Movie

The Star Maker

“In the golden age of cinema, everyone dreams of becoming a star. One man promises to make all their dreams come true...”

★ 7.1(194)19951h 53m

Drama Romance

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The Star Maker is streaming on Mediaset Infinity, Infinity Selection Amazon Channel and CineAutore Amazon Channel in Italy. Availability checked 16 June 2026.

Where to watch The Star Maker

🇮🇹 Italy

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Good to know

Director: Giuseppe Tornatore
Release date: 1995-09-21
Runtime: 1h 53m
Language: Italian
Box office: $371,674
Status: Released
Country: Italy
Studio: Cecchi Gori Group Tiger Cinematografica

The Star Maker — trailer

About The Star Maker

The Star Maker is a 1995 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Giuseppe Tornatore, starring Sergio Castellitto, Tiziana Lodato and Franco Scaldati. It has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 194 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Star Maker in Italy — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In 1950s Sicily, con artist Joe Moretti does screen tests for the big studios, accepting money or favours for his efforts. A young illiterate novitiate named Beata desperately wants to change her life and falls for him; belatedly, he realizes his feelings for her. However, their love affair is doomed when he's arrested.

Cast

Sergio Castellitto

Joe Morelli (Giuseppe Romolo)

Tiziana Lodato

Beata

Franco Scaldati

Brigadier Mastropaolo

Leopoldo Trieste

Mute

Leo Gullotta

Vito

Clelia Rondinella

Anna's mother

Salvatore Billa

Prince

Jane Alexander

Princess

Tony Sperandeo

1st Badalamenti

Tano Cimarosa

Grandpa Bordonaro

Nicola Di Pinto

Communal Functionary

Domenico Gennaro

1st Mafioso (as Mimmo Gennaro)

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Star Maker in Italy?+

In Italy, you can stream The Star Maker on Mediaset Infinity, Infinity Selection Amazon Channel and CineAutore Amazon Channel.

Is The Star Maker on Netflix?+

The Star Maker is not on Netflix in Italy right now, but you can stream it on Mediaset Infinity, Infinity Selection Amazon Channel and CineAutore Amazon Channel.

How long is The Star Maker?+

The Star Maker has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).

Who stars in The Star Maker?+

The Star Maker stars Sergio Castellitto, Tiziana Lodato, Franco Scaldati, Leopoldo Trieste and Leo Gullotta.

When did The Star Maker come out?+

The Star Maker is a 1995 movie directed by Giuseppe Tornatore.

What genre is The Star Maker?+

The Star Maker is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed The Star Maker?+

The Star Maker was directed by Giuseppe Tornatore.