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The Big Fake

2025, Italian. Directed by Stefano Lodovichi.

Toni Chichiarelli arrives in Rome with the dream of becoming a painter, but his talent leads him elsewhere — from art galleries to state secrets. Between art, crime, and power, his signature ends up everywhere — even in the history of Italy.

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Runtime
1h 50m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
Italian
Rated
A

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Popcorn Flick

Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.6/10 from 255 TMDB viewer ratings.

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The Big Fake is streaming on Netflix in India.

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Released
19 October 2025
Original title
Il falsario
Country
Italy
Written by
Sandro Petraglia, Lorenzo Bagnatori
double lifebased on novel or bookrome, italy1970sorganized crimecriminal underworldbrigate rosse (red brigades) terrorist groupblackshirtspolice pursuitcrimeart forgerymaster forgermafia involvementidentity manipulation

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What The Big Fake is based on

The Big Fake is adapted from a novel.

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Is The Big Fake worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 255 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is The Big Fake?

The Big Fake runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).

Does The Big Fake have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for The Big Fake. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

The Big Fake parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

The Big Fake is rated A in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is The Big Fake on?

The Big Fake is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)

What movies are like The Big Fake?

If you liked The Big Fake, try Suburra, Blood Ties, The Boss.

Who directed The Big Fake?

The Big Fake (2025) was directed by Stefano Lodovichi and stars Pietro Castellitto, Giulia Michelini, Andrea Arcangeli.

What is The Big Fake based on?

The Big Fake is adapted from a novel.

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