Story
Feels like
- Heist Comedy Classic
- Italian Golden Age Cinema
- Ensemble Cast Chemistry
- Satirical Social Commentary
- Iconic Piano Score
- Underdog Criminals
- Witty Dialogue
- Retro Charm
- Bittersweet Ending
A nostalgic, intriguing comedy movie about crime and everyday modern life, with standout direction and performances.
Good for date night · family movie night · friends night
Not for scares or brutality.
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December 19, 1959 · 1 h 45 min · Violence, Strong Language
7 questions, like "Where can I stream Fiasco in Milan?"
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68 (IMDb 6.9).
Yes: it's movie 2 of 3 in its series, after Big Deal on Madonna Street (1958) and before Big Deal on Madonna Street 20 Years Later (1985).
Yes: its content advisories are violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.
Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (9 of 10) and sharp wit (8 of 10).
Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.
No, it was made in Italian.