The Widower
Originally released in 1959. The Widower is a comedy film. directed by Dino Risi. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alberto Sordi, Franca Valeri, and Leonora Ruffo
Synopsis
Alberto Nardi is a Roman businessman who fancies himself a man of great capabilities, but whose factory teeters perennially on the brink of catastrophe. Alberto is married to a rich and successful businesswoman from Milan, Elvira Almiraghi who has a no-nonsense attitude and barely tolerates the attempts of her husband to keep his factory afloat with her money.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 20, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (155 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Paneuropa
- Cino del Duca
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Widower about?
Alberto Nardi is a Roman businessman who fancies himself a man of great capabilities, but whose factory teeters perennially on the brink of catastrophe. Alberto is married to a rich and successful ...
Who directed The Widower?
The Widower was directed by Dino Risi.
How long is The Widower?
The Widower has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was The Widower released?
The Widower was released on November 20, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Widower?
The main cast of The Widower includes Alberto Sordi, Franca Valeri, Leonora Ruffo, Livio Lorenzon, Nando Bruno.
Is The Widower worth watching?
The Widower has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 155 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.