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The Swindle

The Swindle

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The Swindle
1955 1h 53m7.3

The Swindle

“SOME PEOPLE DON’T GIVE A DAMN ABOUT YOUR DAUGHTERS' WELFARE!”

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Aging small-time conman Augusto works with two younger men: Roberto, who desires to become the Italian Johnny Ray, and Carlo, nicknamed Picasso. Through a series of mishaps and personal entanglements, things go badly for Augusto.

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DirectorFederico Fellini
ScreenplayTullio Pinelli, Federico Fellini, Ennio Flaiano
StatusReleased
ReleasedOctober 7, 1955
CountryFrance
Languageit
Runtime1h 53m
BudgetN/A
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 7.3 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.5 / 10
Votes219
GenresDrama, Crime
StudioTitanus, Société Générale de Cinématographie (S.G.C.)
OriginalIl bidone

Photos18

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Cast

Broderick Crawford

Broderick Crawford

Augusto

Giulietta Masina

Giulietta Masina

Iris

Richard Basehart

Richard Basehart

Carlo

Franco Fabrizi

Franco Fabrizi

Roberto

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Sue Ellen Blake

Susanna

Irene Cefaro

Irene Cefaro

Marisa

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Alberto De Amicis

Rinaldo

Lorella De Luca

Lorella De Luca

Patrizia, Augusto's Daughter

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Giacomo Gabrielli

Baron Vargas

Riccardo Garrone

Riccardo Garrone

Riccardo

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Paul Grenter

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Emilio Manfredi

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Lucetta Muratori

Mario Passante

Mario Passante

Conman

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Sara Simoni

Stella's Sister

Xenia Valderi

Xenia Valderi

Luciana

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Mara Werlen

Maggie

Maria Zanoli

Maria Zanoli

Stella Florina

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Ettore Bevilacqua

Swindled Man

Gino Buzzanca

Gino Buzzanca

Saro (uncredited)

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Grazia Carini

(uncredited)

Gianna Cobelli

Gianna Cobelli

(uncredited)

Ada Colangeli

Ada Colangeli

(uncredited)

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Tiziano Cortini

Blond of the Movie Theater (uncredited)

Gustavo De Nardo

Gustavo De Nardo

(uncredited)

Gianni Di Segni

Gianni Di Segni

Party Guest (uncredited)

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Rosanna Fabrizi

(uncredited)

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Yami Kamadeva

(uncredited)

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Tullio Tomadoni

(uncredited)

Amedeo Trilli

Amedeo Trilli

(uncredited)

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Barbara Varenna

(uncredited)

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Swindle

Where can I watch The Swindle?

The Swindle (1955) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is The Swindle about?

Aging small-time conman Augusto works with two younger men: Roberto, who desires to become the Italian Johnny Ray, and Carlo, nicknamed Picasso. Through a series of mishaps and personal entanglements, things go badly for Augusto.

Who directed The Swindle?

The Swindle (1955) was directed by Federico Fellini. The film is a Drama, Crime production with a runtime of 1h 53m, rated 7.3/10.

How long is The Swindle?

The Swindle runs 1h 53m (113 minutes total). Audience rating: 7.3/10 from 219 votes. Genre: Drama, Crime.

Is The Swindle worth watching?

The Swindle is rated 7.3/10 by 219 viewers — well-rated and generally recommended. A good pick for Drama and Crime fans.