Fists in the Pocket (1965)
Kernel Score: 87% · 211 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Drama
Released: 1965-10-31
Runtime: 110 minutes
Where to watch Fists in the Pocket
- Stream: The Criterion Channel
- Free with ads: Kanopy
- Rent: Fandango At Home
- Buy: Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A deeply disturbed and epileptic young man benignly decides to murder other members of his dysfunctional family for altruistic reasons.
Fists in the Pocket parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Fists in the Pocket is an NR Italian drama about a disturbed young man who murders members of his own family.
- Violence & scariness: Intense — The plot involves a young man murdering members of his dysfunctional family.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Lou Castel as Alessandro
- Paola Pitagora as Giulia
- Marino Masé as Augusto
- Liliana Gerace as Mother
- Pier Luigi Troglio as Leone
- Jeannie McNeil as Lucia
- Irene Agnelli as Bruna
- Sandra Bergamini
- Celestina Bellocchio as Ragazza alla Festa
- Lella Bertante
Fists in the Pocket FAQ
Is Fists in the Pocket good?
Fists in the Pocket has an 87% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 211 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Fists in the Pocket?
In the US you can stream Fists in the Pocket on The Criterion Channel, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and rent it from Fandango At Home.
Is Fists in the Pocket OK for kids?
Fists in the Pocket is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Fists in the Pocket is an NR Italian drama about a disturbed young man who murders members of his own family.
What movies are like Fists in the Pocket?
If you liked Fists in the Pocket, try Mean Streets, The Consequences of Love, The Unforgivable and L'Eclisse.