The Con Artists 1976
"They'll do anything for a buck!"
Dive into the wild world of *The Con Artists (1976)*, an Italian comedy-crime gem directed by Sergio Corbucci, blending sharp wit with a tangled web of deception.
Director: Sergio Corbucci
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Con Artists (1976) about?
This Italian comedy-crime film follows a revenge plot gone sideways when a jailbreak goes wrong and two con men form an uneasy partnership. As they scheme to defraud a vengeful woman, unexpected romance complicates their plans. It's a mix of humor, deception, and high-stakes swindling.
Who directed The Con Artists?
Sergio Corbucci, a master of Italian genre cinema known for his work in both spaghetti westerns and crime comedies, directed the film.
Who stars in The Con Artists?
The film features Adriano Celentano, Anthony Quinn, Capucine, Corinne Cléry, and Renzo Marignano in key roles.
Is The Con Artists (1976) worth watching?
While IMDb hasn't rated it, the film's blend of comedy, crime, and Corbucci's directing flair makes it a compelling watch for fans of 1970s Italian genre films. Its clever plot twists and charismatic cast add to its appeal.
How long is The Con Artists?
The runtime is 105 minutes.
About The Con Artists (1976) — A Wild Comedy-Crime Heist with Twists and Turns
Dive into the wild world of *The Con Artists (1976)*, an Italian comedy-crime gem directed by Sergio Corbucci, blending sharp wit with a tangled web of deception. The story kicks off with Belle Duke orchestrating the jailbreak of her ex-lover Philip Bang—only for an Italian con man, Felice Brianza (Felix), to take his place. Forced into an uneasy alliance, Felix and Philip team up to swindle Belle, but the plan spirals into chaos when Felix finds himself entangled in a romantic complication with Philip's daughter. Corbucci's signature style infuses the film with a playful yet gritty atmosphere, balancing slapstick humor with the darker edges of a heist gone awry.
The film thrives on its charismatic cast, led by Adriano Celentano as Felix, whose cunning charm steals the show, alongside Anthony Quinn's Philip and Capucine as the formidable Belle. With themes of betrayal, revenge, and unexpected romance, *The Con Artists (1976)* is a razor-sharp satire of greed and second chances, where no one is quite who they seem.