They Call Me Jeeg (2016)

Kernel Score: 85% · 2,572 ratings

Genres: Drama, Action, Science Fiction

Released: 2016-02-25

Runtime: 112 minutes

Is They Call Me Jeeg worth watching?

Worth watching. An Italian superhero story for adults: a petty Roman crook gets powers and a reluctant conscience. It's gritty, funny and surprisingly touching, and the odd tone is part of its charm.

Watch it if you

  • like grounded, offbeat superhero films
  • enjoy subtitled genre movies
  • want a gritty anti-hero origin

Skip it if you

  • want a big shiny blockbuster
  • dislike dark crime violence

Best for: Solo night in

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Where to watch They Call Me Jeeg

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

Exposed to radioactive waste, small-time crook Enzo gains super-strength. A misanthropic, introverted brute, he uses his powers for personal gain until he meets Alessia, a mentally ill girl who believes Enzo is the hero from her favorite anime, Steel Jeeg.

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  • Serenity (2005) — 84%: Ragtag crew sci-fi adventure with heart

Director

Gabriele Mainetti

Cast

  • Claudio Santamaria as Enzo Ceccotti
  • Luca Marinelli as Zingaro
  • Ilenia Pastorelli as Alessia
  • Stefano Ambrogi as Sergio
  • Maurizio Tesei as Biondo
  • Daniele Trombetti as Tazzina
  • Francesco Formichetti as Sperma
  • Joel Sy as Claudietto
  • Salvatore Esposito as Vincenzo
  • Gianluca Di Gennaro as Antonio

They Call Me Jeeg FAQ

Is They Call Me Jeeg worth watching?

Worth watching. An Italian superhero story for adults: a petty Roman crook gets powers and a reluctant conscience. It's gritty, funny and surprisingly touching, and the odd tone is part of its charm.

Where can I watch They Call Me Jeeg?

In the US you can stream They Call Me Jeeg on Prime Video, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, Pluto TV and Prime Video (free with ads) and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

What movies are like They Call Me Jeeg?

If you liked They Call Me Jeeg, try Freaks Out, Logan, Deadpool and The Terminator.