Bubu (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1971, Bubu is a drama film directed by Mauro Bolognini, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Bubu leaves his job in a bakery, forces his girl-friend into prostitution, and from then on lives out of the money she makes. The young couple find their place in the world of prostitutes and pimps, but the lack of perspective in their life - which is permanently haunted by the possibility of an incurable and fatal venereal infection - and the humiliations the girl endures strain their relationship and lead to conflicts.
Who’s in it. Bubu stars Massimo Ranieri as Piero, Ottavia Piccolo as Berta, Antonio Falsi as Bubu and Gigi Proietti as Giulio - the Thief, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Bubu 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 Bubu page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bubu tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bubu (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bubu change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bubu worth watching?
- Bubu holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bubu?
- Bubu stars Massimo Ranieri, Ottavia Piccolo, Antonio Falsi, Gigi Proietti and Anna Fadda.
- When was Bubu released?
- Bubu was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.