The Boom
1963, Italian. Directed by Vittorio De Sica.
Sweet-sour comedy on Italy's 1950s rage to get rich as fast as possible! The businessman wants to satisfy his wife's craving for luxury and a "respectable life" so he becomes heavily indebted. In desperation he agrees to sell a precious part of his body for a large sum of money. But just before the crucial operation he panics...
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Italian
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 67 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Vittorio De SicaDirector
- Alberto SordiGiovanni Alberti
- Gianna Maria CanaleSilvia Alberti
- Ettore GeriMr. Bausetti
- Elena NicolaiMrs. Bausetti
- Mariolina BovoMrs. Faravalli
- Gloria CerviMrs. Baratti
- Sandra VeraniMrs. Dronazzi
- Sandro MerliDronazzi
- Maria Grazia BuccellaCast
- John KarlsenCast
- Alfio VitaCast
- Antonio MambrettiCast
Details
- Released
- 24 September 1963
- Original title
- Il boom
- Country
- Italy
- Written by
- Cesare Zavattini
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The Boom: quick answers
Is The Boom worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 67 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Boom?
The Boom runs 89 minutes (1h 29m).
Does The Boom have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Boom. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Boom parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Boom yet.
Which OTT platform is The Boom on?
The Boom isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Boom?
If you liked The Boom, try Sua Eccellenza si fermò a mangiare, Grand Hotel Excelsior, The Most Beautiful Day in the World.
Who directed The Boom?
The Boom (1963) was directed by Vittorio De Sica and stars Alberto Sordi, Gianna Maria Canale, Ettore Geri.