Movie

Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion

★ 8.2(881)19701h 51m

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Good to know

Director: Elio Petri
Release date: 1970-10-16
Runtime: 1h 51m
Language: Italian
Status: Released
Country: Italy
Studio: Vera Film

Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion — trailer

About Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion

Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion is a 1970 movie in the Drama and Thriller genres, directed by Elio Petri, starring Gian Maria Volonté, Florinda Bolkan and Gianni Santuccio. It has a runtime of 1 hour 51 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.2/10 from 881 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Rome, Italy. After committing a heinous crime, a senior police officer exposes evidence incriminating him because his moral commitment prevents him from circumventing the law and the social order it protects.

Cast

Gian Maria Volonté

Dottore

Florinda Bolkan

Augusta Terzi

Gianni Santuccio

Police Prefect

Orazio Orlando

Biglia

Sergio Tramonti

Antonio Pace

Arturo Dominici

Mangani

Aldo Rendine

Nicola Panunzio

Massimo Foschi

Augusta's Husband

Aleka Paizi

Governess

Vittorio Duse

Canes

Pino Patti

Wiretapping Dep. Head

Salvo Randone

Plumber

Themes & keywords

police brutalityrome, italyblack humorsocial satiresexual sadismmasochistcrime investigationpolitical repressionpower abusekafkaesque

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion in South Africa?+

Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion on Netflix?+

Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion?+

Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion has a runtime of 1 hour 51 minutes (111 minutes).

Who stars in Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion?+

Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion stars Gian Maria Volonté, Florinda Bolkan, Gianni Santuccio, Orazio Orlando and Sergio Tramonti.

When did Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion come out?+

Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion is a 1970 movie directed by Elio Petri.

What genre is Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion?+

Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion is Drama and Thriller film.

Who directed Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion?+

Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion was directed by Elio Petri.