The Traitor
"The true story about the man who brought down the Mafia"
Originally released in 2019. The Traitor is a drama/crime film. directed by Marco Bellocchio. With a runtime of 2h 31m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Pierfrancesco Favino, Maria Fernanda Cândido, and Fabrizio Ferracane
Synopsis
Palermo, Sicily, 1980. Mafia member Tommaso Buscetta decides to move to Brazil with his family fleeing the constant war between the different clans of the criminal organization. But when, after living several misfortunes, he is forced to return to Italy, he makes a bold decision that will change his life and the destiny of Cosa Nostra forever.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 23, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
2h 31m
151 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (1,400 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Brazil
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Director
Top Cast
Pierfrancesco Favino
as Tommaso Buscetta
Maria Fernanda Cândido
as Maria Cristina de Almeida
Fabrizio Ferracane
as Pippo Calò
Fausto Russo Alesi
as Giovanni Falcone
Luigi Lo Cascio
as Salvatore Contorno
Bruno Cariello
as Alfonso Giordano
Giovanni Calcagno
as Tano Badalamenti
Rosario Palazzolo
as Giovanni De Gennaro
Nicola Calì
as Totò Riina
Vincenzo Pirrotta
as Luciano Liggio
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- IBC MOvie
- Kavac Film
- The Match Factory
- Gullane Entretenimento
- Canal+
- Ciné+
- Ad Vitam Production
- RAI
- ARTE
- ZDF
- Telecine
- Canal Brasil
- ARTE
- RAI Cinema
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Traitor about?
Palermo, Sicily, 1980. Mafia member Tommaso Buscetta decides to move to Brazil with his family fleeing the constant war between the different clans of the criminal organization. But when, after liv...
Who directed The Traitor?
The Traitor was directed by Marco Bellocchio.
How long is The Traitor?
The Traitor has a runtime of 2 hours and 31 minutes (151 minutes total).
When was The Traitor released?
The Traitor was released on May 23, 2019 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Traitor?
The main cast of The Traitor includes Pierfrancesco Favino, Maria Fernanda Cândido, Fabrizio Ferracane, Fausto Russo Alesi, Luigi Lo Cascio.
Is The Traitor worth watching?
The Traitor has a user rating of 7.7/10 based on 1,400 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.