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Elio Petri

Elio Petri

Director & actor · born 29 January 1929 · Rome, Italy

Eraclio "Elio" Petri (29 January 1929—10 November 1982) was an Italian writer and director known for his political dramas and thrillers, such as "Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion" (1970), "A Quiet Place in the Country" (1968) and "The Assassin" (1961).

Where to start: Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion (1970).

As director 17

As actor 4

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Elio Petri movie?

By viewer score, Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion (1970) at 8.2/10.

What are Elio Petri’s most popular movies?

Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion, Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion, The Working Class Goes to Heaven.

How many movies has Elio Petri made?

21 films on TMDB, 17 as director, 4 as actor.

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