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Cast
Toni Servillo
as Eduardo Scarpetta
Maria Nazionale
as Rosa De Filippo-Scarpetta
Cristiana Dell'Anna
as Luisa De Filippo
Antonia Truppo
as Adelina De Renzis
Eduardo Scarpetta
as Vincenzo Scarpetta
Roberto De Francesco
as Salvatore Di Giacomo
Lino Musella
as Benedetto Croce
Paolo Pierobon
as Gabriele D'Annunzio
Gianfelice Imparato
as Gennaro Pantalena
Iaia Forte
as Rosa Gagliardi
Movie Info & Details
Release Year2021
Runtime2h 13m
LanguageItalian
CertificationNR
GenresDrama, History
Votes207
DirectorMario Martone
WritersMario Martone, Ippolita Di Majo
TypeFeature Film
Rating7.4 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe King of Laughter
About The King of Laughter
In early 20th-century Naples, a theatrical parody lands beloved thespian and playwright Eduardo Scarpetta in court, facing a malicious lawsuit that could compromise his freedom of expression and the economic security of his extended family—including his son's, young Eduardo De Filippo.
Directed by Mario Martone, The King of Laughter leans on a strong ensemble — Toni Servillo, Maria Nazionale, Cristiana Dell'Anna — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2021.
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