Ugly, Dirty and Bad (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1976, Ugly, Dirty and Bad is a comedy and drama film directed by Ettore Scola, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. Giacinto lives with his wife, their ten children and various other family members in a shack on the hills of Rome. Some time ago he has lost his left eye while at work, and got a consistent sum of money from the insurance company, which he keeps hidden from the rest of the family. His whole life is now based on defending the money he sees as his own, while the rest of the family tries to kill him.
Who’s in it. Ugly, Dirty and Bad stars Nino Manfredi as Giacinto Mazzatella, Maria Luisa Santella as Iside, Linda Moretti as Matilde Mazzatella and Franco Merli as Fernando, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Ugly, Dirty and Bad has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ugly, Dirty and Bad page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ugly, Dirty and Bad tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ugly, Dirty and Bad (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ugly, Dirty and Bad change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ugly, Dirty and Bad worth watching?
- Ugly, Dirty and Bad holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ugly, Dirty and Bad?
- Ugly, Dirty and Bad stars Nino Manfredi, Maria Luisa Santella, Linda Moretti, Franco Merli and Maria Bosco.
- When was Ugly, Dirty and Bad released?
- Ugly, Dirty and Bad was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.