Il barbiere di Rio (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1996, Il barbiere di Rio is a comedy film directed by Giovanni Veronesi, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Matteo is a Roman barber whose business is full of debts. He decides to escape from this depressing reality by accepting his sister's invitation to Brazil.
Who’s in it. Il barbiere di Rio stars Diego Abatantuono as Matteo, Zuleica Dos Santos as Giorginha, Margaret Mazzantini as Silvia and Irene Grandi as Guardian Angel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Il barbiere di Rio 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 Il barbiere di Rio page.
If you liked it. Fans of Il barbiere di Rio tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Il barbiere di Rio (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Il barbiere di Rio change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Il barbiere di Rio worth watching?
- Il barbiere di Rio holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Il barbiere di Rio?
- Il barbiere di Rio stars Diego Abatantuono, Zuleica Dos Santos, Margaret Mazzantini, Irene Grandi and Giuseppe Oristanio.
- When was Il barbiere di Rio released?
- Il barbiere di Rio was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.