The Hawks and the Sparrows
1966, Italian. Directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini.
An off-beat comedy about serious matters by PIER PAOLO PASOLINI.
A man and his son take an allegorical stroll through life with a talking bird that spouts social and political philosophy.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Italian
- Rated
- NR
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The Hawks and the Sparrows is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Pier Paolo PasoliniDirector
- TotòTotò Innocenti / Frate Cicillo
- Ninetto DavoliNinetto Innocenti / Frate Ninetto
- Femi BenussiLuna
- Umberto BevilacquaIncensurato
- Renato CapognaMascalzone
- Alfredo LeggiMascalzone
- Renato MontalbanoSan Francesco
- Flaminia SicilianoMascalzone
- Lena Lin SolaroUrganda
- Giovanni TaralloIl Contadino Affamato
- Vittorio VittoriCiro Lococo
- Nello AppodiaParty Guest (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 4 May 1966
- Original title
- Uccellacci e uccellini
- Country
- Italy
- Written by
- Pier Paolo Pasolini
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The Hawks and the Sparrows: quick answers
Is The Hawks and the Sparrows worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 379 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Hawks and the Sparrows?
The Hawks and the Sparrows runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The Hawks and the Sparrows have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Hawks and the Sparrows. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Hawks and the Sparrows parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Hawks and the Sparrows is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Hawks and the Sparrows on?
The Hawks and the Sparrows is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Hawks and the Sparrows?
If you liked The Hawks and the Sparrows, try Ladyhawke, To Want to Fly, Cinderfella.
Who directed The Hawks and the Sparrows?
The Hawks and the Sparrows (1966) was directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini and stars Totò, Ninetto Davoli, Femi Benussi.