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Paolo Villaggio

Paolo Villaggio

Director & actor · born 31 December 1932 · Genova, Liguria, Italy

Paolo Villaggio (30 December 1932 — 3 July 2017) was an Italian actor, writer, director and comedian. He is noted for the characters he created with paradoxical and grotesque characteristics: Professor Kranz, the ultra-timid Giandomenico Fracchia, and the obsequious and meek accountant Ugo Fantozzi, perhaps the favourite character in Italian comedy. He wrote several books, usually of satirical character. He also acted in dramatic roles, and appeared in several movies.

Where to start: Fantozzi (1975).

As director 2

As actor 87

TV shows 6

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Paolo Villaggio movie?

By viewer score, Fantozzi (1975) at 7.8/10.

What are Paolo Villaggio’s most popular movies?

Fantozzi, The Second Tragic Fantozzi, Fantozzi Against the Wind.

How many movies has Paolo Villaggio made?

89 films on TMDB, 2 as director, 87 as actor.

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