The Handsome, the Ugly, and the Stupid

5.9 (31 votes)• 1967• 88m•Released

Comedy Western

Storyline & Plot Summary

Two POWs learn of a treasure of gold hidden in a cemetery, and escape from their POW camp to look for it.

Production Details

Languages: Italian

Director: Giovanni Grimaldi

Starring Cast: Franco Franchi, Ciccio Ingrassia, Mimmo Palmara, Brigitt Petry, Lothar Gunther, Pietro Ceccarelli

Cast

Franco Franchi

Il brutto - Franco

Ciccio Ingrassia

Il cretino - Ciccio Ingrassy

Mimmo Palmara

Il bello

Brigitt Petry

Fabienne

Lothar Gunther

Captain Imbriatella

Pietro Ceccarelli

Military Bouncer / Peter Jacob

Enzo Andronico

2nd Sheriff

Giovanni Ivan Scratuglia

Confessing Sergeant / Ivan Scratuglia

Bruno Scipioni

Eugenio Galadini

Gino Buzzanca

Audience Reviews & Detailed Breakdown

Read and share community scores for The Handsome, the Ugly, and the Stupid

2 Reviews

CinematicExpert

2 days ago

9.5 / 10

Story: 10•Cast: 9.5•OST: 9•Rewatch: 9

An absolute masterpiece of modern cinema! The character arcs are deeply emotional and the musical score heightens every single scene.

DramaEnthusiast

1 week ago

8.8 / 10

Story: 9•Cast: 9•OST: 8.5•Rewatch: 8.5

Great pacing throughout the entire story. The leads have insane chemistry together. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compelling watch.

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