La cuccagna (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1962, La cuccagna is a drama film directed by Luciano Salce, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Rossella, a beautiful young girl that lives in a family of popular class, looks for a job every day but soon discovers that the "greasy pole", which is the economic miracle, is only an illusion, and the world is far more ruthless than she could believe. But fate brings together Giuliano, the only man who did not ask for anything and who - like her - is not inclined to compromise.
Who’s in it. La cuccagna stars Donatella Turri as Rossella Rubinace, Luigi Tenco as Giuliano, Umberto D'Orsi as Dott. Giuseppe Visonà and Franco Abbiana as Rinaldo - Rossella's brother-in-law, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, La cuccagna has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch La cuccagna page.
If you liked it. Fans of La cuccagna tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch La cuccagna (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for La cuccagna change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is La cuccagna worth watching?
- La cuccagna holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in La cuccagna?
- La cuccagna stars Donatella Turri, Luigi Tenco, Umberto D'Orsi, Franco Abbiana and Emilio Barrella.
- When was La cuccagna released?
- La cuccagna was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.