Peddlin' in Society (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1946, Peddlin' in Society is a comedy and drama film directed by Gennaro Righelli, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Thanks to wartime smuggling Gioconda Perfetti, a roman fruit vendor, becomes very rich. She leaves her shop and moves to a magnificent villa which once belonged to a count. She also becomes involved with some very dubious characters who profit from her ignorance and cheat her out of her money.
Who’s in it. Peddlin' in Society stars Anna Magnani as Gioconda Perfetti, Vittorio De Sica as Il conte Ghirani, Zora Piazza as Lucia Perfetti and Virgilio Riento as Don Nicola, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Peddlin' in Society has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Peddlin' in Society page.
If you liked it. Fans of Peddlin' in Society tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Peddlin' in Society (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Peddlin' in Society change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Peddlin' in Society worth watching?
- Peddlin' in Society holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Peddlin' in Society?
- Peddlin' in Society stars Anna Magnani, Vittorio De Sica, Zora Piazza, Virgilio Riento and Laura Gore.