Gardenia (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film
Released in 1979, Gardenia is a crime film directed by Domenico Paolella, running about 100 minutes. “It's kill or be killed in the mafia, They said it with bullets... He said it with flowers.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A businessman comes into conflict with a gangster when he refuses to allow drugs to be sold through his restaurant.
Who’s in it. Gardenia stars Franco Califano as Gardenia, Martin Balsam as Salluzzo, Robert Webber as Tony Caruso and Eleonora Vallone as Regina, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gardenia page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gardenia tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gardenia (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gardenia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Gardenia?
- Gardenia stars Franco Califano, Martin Balsam, Robert Webber, Eleonora Vallone and Licinia Lentini.
- When was Gardenia released?
- Gardenia was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.