Il Posto
1961, Italian. Directed by Ermanno Olmi.
With his family mired in financial troubles, Domenico moves to Milan, Italy, from his small town to get a job in lieu of furthering his education. A lack of options forces him to take a position as a messenger at a big company, where he hopes to receive a promotion soon. There, Domenico meets Antonietta, a young woman in a similar situation as himself. The two form a tentative relationship, but the soulless nature of their jobs threatens to keep them apart.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Italian
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch Il Posto
Il Posto is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Ermanno OlmiDirector
- Loredana DettoAntonietta Masetti
- Sandro PanseriDomenico Cantoni
- Corrado AprileBit Part (uncredited)
- Guido ChitiBit Part (uncredited)
- Tullio KezichPsychologist (uncredited)
- Bice MelegariBit Part (uncredited)
- Mara RevelDomenico's Senior Fellow Colleague (uncredited)
- Guido SpadeaPortioli (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 21 September 1961
- Original title
- Il posto
- Country
- Italy
- Written by
- Ermanno Olmi, Ettore Lombardo
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Il Posto: quick answers
Is Il Posto worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 192 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Il Posto?
Il Posto runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does Il Posto have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Il Posto. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Il Posto parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Il Posto is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Il Posto on?
Il Posto is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 1 November 2026.)
What movies are like Il Posto?
If you liked Il Posto, try Things We Don't Say, A Chiara, Mean Streets.
Who directed Il Posto?
Il Posto (1961) was directed by Ermanno Olmi and stars Loredana Detto, Sandro Panseri, Corrado Aprile.