Fatso
1980, English. Directed by Anne Bancroft.
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Dominick DiNapoli is a man who loves food and is overweight as a result. After an obese cousin dies due to health problems, Dominick's sister Antoinette sets out to help him lose weight. Although he has a hard time trying to slim down, Dominick finds inspiration when he meets and falls for shop owner Lydia. Can he get up the courage to ask her out, or will he go back to the comfort of overeating?
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Fatso isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 February 1980.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 1 February 1980
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Anne Bancroft
- Box office
- $7.7M
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Fatso: quick answers
Is Fatso worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 40 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Fatso?
Fatso runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Fatso have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Fatso. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Fatso parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Fatso is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Fatso on?
Fatso isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 February 1980. (Checked 30 October 2026.)
What movies are like Fatso?
If you liked Fatso, try He Said, She Said, L.A. Without a Map, A California Christmas: City Lights.
Who directed Fatso?
Fatso (1980) was directed by Anne Bancroft and stars Dom DeLuise, Anne Bancroft, Ron Carey.