Il Sorpasso (1962)
Kernel Score: 89% · 824 ratings
Genres: Drama, Comedy, Adventure
Released: 1962-12-05
Runtime: 105 minutes
Where to watch Il Sorpasso
- Stream: The Criterion Channel
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Roberto, a shy law student in Rome, meets Bruno, a forty-year-old exuberant, capricious man, who takes him for a drive through the Roman and Tuscany countries in the summer. When their journey starts to blend into their daily lives though, the pair’s newfound friendship is tested.
Il Sorpasso parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Il Sorpasso is a 1962 Italian road movie/comedy-drama about a reckless free spirit and a shy student on a summer drive.
- Violence & scariness: A little — The film's ending involves a road accident; otherwise it is largely nonviolent.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — Depicts drinking and reckless driving through the Italian countryside.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Vittorio Gassman as Bruno Cortona
- Jean-Louis Trintignant as Roberto Mariani
- Catherine Spaak as Lilli Cortona
- Claudio Gora as Danilo Borelli 'Bibi'
- Luciana Angiolillo as Gianna Cortona
- Linda Sini as Zia Lidia
- Franca Polesello as Moglie del commendatore
- Bruna Simionato as Zia Enrica
- Lilly Darelli as Bikini girl with leg cast
- Mila Stanić as Clara, la ragazza alla stazione
Il Sorpasso FAQ
Is Il Sorpasso good?
Il Sorpasso has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 824 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Il Sorpasso?
In the US you can stream Il Sorpasso on The Criterion Channel and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
Is Il Sorpasso OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Il Sorpasso is a 1962 Italian road movie/comedy-drama about a reckless free spirit and a shy student on a summer drive.
What movies are like Il Sorpasso?
If you liked Il Sorpasso, try I Vitelloni, Marriage Italian Style, The Band of Honest Men and The Earrings of Madame de....