The King of Laughter (2021)

Kernel Score: 84% · 201 ratings

Genres: Drama, History

Released: 2021-09-09

Runtime: 133 minutes

Overview

In early 20th-century Naples, a theatrical parody lands beloved thespian and playwright Eduardo Scarpetta in court, facing a malicious lawsuit that could compromise his freedom of expression and the economic security of his extended family—including his son's, young Eduardo De Filippo.

Director

Mario Martone

Cast

• Toni Servillo as Eduardo Scarpetta
• Maria Nazionale as Rosa De Filippo-Scarpetta
• Cristiana Dell'Anna as Luisa De Filippo
• Antonia Truppo as Adelina De Renzis
• Eduardo Scarpetta as Vincenzo Scarpetta
• Roberto De Francesco as Salvatore Di Giacomo
• Lino Musella as Benedetto Croce
• Paolo Pierobon as Gabriele D'Annunzio
• Gianfelice Imparato as Gennaro Pantalena
• Iaia Forte as Rosa Gagliardi