The Conformist (1971)
Kernel Score: 86% · 750 TMDB ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama
Released: 1971-01-29
Runtime: 108 minutes
Where to watch The Conformist
- Stream: Kino Film Collection
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla
- Rent: Google Play, YouTube, Fandango At Home, MovieMe
- Buy: Google Play, YouTube, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-11-12.
Overview
A weak-willed Italian man becomes a fascist flunky who goes abroad to arrange the assassination of his old teacher, now a political dissident.
The Conformist parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that The Conformist is a mature political drama about fascism, assassination, and moral compromise, rated R.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — The story centers on a political assassination plot and involves violent, fascist-era themes.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Jean-Louis Trintignant as Marcello Clerici
- Stefania Sandrelli as Giulia
- Gastone Moschin as Manganiello
- Dominique Sanda as Anna Quadri
- Enzo Tarascio as Professor Quadri
- Fosco Giachetti as The Colonel
- José Quaglio as Italo Montanari
- Yvonne Sanson as Giulia's Mother
- Milly as Marcello's Mother
- Antonio Maestri as Confessor
The Conformist FAQ
Is The Conformist good?
The Conformist has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels, our own critic-informed editorial score.
Where can I watch The Conformist?
In the US you can stream The Conformist on Kino Film Collection, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla and rent it from Google Play, YouTube, Fandango At Home and MovieMe.
Is The Conformist OK for kids?
The Conformist is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that The Conformist is a mature political drama about fascism, assassination, and moral compromise, rated R.
What movies are like The Conformist?
If you liked The Conformist, try 1900, Shoeshine, A Special Day and The Tenant.