The Boss
1973, Italian. Directed by Fernando Di Leo.
A hitman finds himself embroiled in the middle of a Mafia war between the Sicilians and the Calabrians.
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Italian
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 86 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Fernando Di LeoDirector
- Henry SilvaNick Lanzetta
- Richard ConteDon Corrasco
- Gianni GarkoPolice Commissioner Torri
- Antonia SantilliRina D'Aniello
- Corrado GaipaLawyer Rizzo
- Marino MaséPignataro
- Howard RossMelende
- Claudio NicastroDon Giuseppe D'Aniello
- Gianni MusyCarlo Attardi
- Mario PisuGabrielli
- Vittorio CaprioliQuestore
- Pier Paolo CapponiCocchi
Details
- Released
- 1 February 1973
- Original title
- Il boss
- Country
- Italy
- Written by
- Fernando Di Leo
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The Boss: quick answers
What should I watch before The Boss?
Watch Caliber 9 (1972) and The Italian Connection (1972) first.
Is The Boss worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 86 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Boss?
The Boss runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Does The Boss have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Boss. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Boss parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Boss yet.
Which OTT platform is The Boss on?
The Boss isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Boss?
If you liked The Boss, try Walking Tall: Lone Justice, Blindfire, Coffy.
Who directed The Boss?
The Boss (1973) was directed by Fernando Di Leo and stars Henry Silva, Richard Conte, Gianni Garko.