Mafioso (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1962, Mafioso is a comedy, drama and crime film directed by Alberto Lattuada, running about 105 minutes. “This is the face of a MAFIOSO...sometimes smiling, sometimes savage. Here is the story of a man who returns to his native Sicily for a holiday and finds himself again bound to the silent laws” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a good-natured factory supervisor living in Milan with his Northern wife returns to his native Sicily, a decades' old oath forces him to fulfill a nightmarish obligation.
Who’s in it. Mafioso stars Alberto Sordi as Antonio Badalamenti, Norma Bengell as Marta, Carmelo Oliviero as Don Liborio and Gabriella Conti as Rosalia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Mafioso has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mafioso page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mafioso tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mafioso (1962)?
- In US, Mafioso is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Mafioso worth watching?
- Mafioso holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Mafioso?
- Mafioso stars Alberto Sordi, Norma Bengell, Carmelo Oliviero, Gabriella Conti and Ugo Attanasio.
- When was Mafioso released?
- Mafioso was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.