The Professor
"The man who taught the Godfather"
Originally released in 1986. The Professor is a crime/drama film. directed by Giuseppe Tornatore. With a runtime of 2h 44m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Ben Gazzara, Laura del Sol, and Leo Gullotta
Synopsis
An imprisoned murderer carries out a violent bid for control of Naples' underworld crime syndicate.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 12, 1986
39 years ago
Runtime
2h 44m
164 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (124 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ben Gazzara
as 'O Professore di Vesuviano
Laura del Sol
as Rosaria
Leo Gullotta
as Police Commissioner Iervolino
Marzio Honorato
as Salvatore Lo Russo
Luciano Bartoli
as Ciro Perrella
Nicola Di Pinto
as Alfredo Canale
Anita Zagaria
as Anna Schifato
Franco Interlenghi
as Don Saverio
Biagio Pelligra
as 'O Professore's Father
Maria Carta
as Madre
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Titanus
- Reteitalia
- Arlac Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Professor about?
An imprisoned murderer carries out a violent bid for control of Naples' underworld crime syndicate.
Who directed The Professor?
The Professor was directed by Giuseppe Tornatore.
How long is The Professor?
The Professor has a runtime of 2 hours and 44 minutes (164 minutes total).
When was The Professor released?
The Professor was released on September 12, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Professor?
The main cast of The Professor includes Ben Gazzara, Laura del Sol, Leo Gullotta, Marzio Honorato, Luciano Bartoli.
Is The Professor worth watching?
The Professor has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 124 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.