Death of a Neapolitan Mathematician (1992): cast, story & where to watch

1992 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 1992, Death of a Neapolitan Mathematician is a drama, music and history film directed by Mario Martone, running about 108 minutes.

What it’s about. Naples, 1959. Pure Mathematics professor Renato Caccioppoli, Bakunin's grandson, is a tortured soul. Recently discharged from the psychiatric hospital, left by his wife, and increasingly disillusioned with academia and the Communist Party, he lives his last days with painful detachment.

Who’s in it. Death of a Neapolitan Mathematician stars Carlo Cecchi as Renato Caccioppoli, Anna Bonaiuto as Anna, Toni Servillo as Pietro and Licia Maglietta as Emilia, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Death of a Neapolitan Mathematician 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 Death of a Neapolitan Mathematician page.

If you liked it. Fans of Death of a Neapolitan Mathematician tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

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Where can I watch Death of a Neapolitan Mathematician (1992)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Death of a Neapolitan Mathematician change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Death of a Neapolitan Mathematician worth watching?
Death of a Neapolitan Mathematician holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, music and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Death of a Neapolitan Mathematician?
Death of a Neapolitan Mathematician stars Carlo Cecchi, Anna Bonaiuto, Toni Servillo, Licia Maglietta and Renato Carpentieri.
When was Death of a Neapolitan Mathematician released?
Death of a Neapolitan Mathematician was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.