Antonio Pietrangeli - Actor Profile

Antonio Pietrangeli

Directing
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
1Total Films
7.7 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 19, 1919
Birth Place: Rome - Italy

About Antonio Pietrangeli

Antonio Pietrangeli (born 19 January 1919 in Rome, died 12 July 1968 in Gaeta) was an Italian film director and screenwriter. Pietrangeli was a major practitioner of the Commedia all'italiana genre. He started writing film reviews for famous Italian cinema magazines such as Bianco e nero and Cinema. As a screenwriter, Pietrangeli's work included Ossessione directed byVisconti, Fabiola by Blasetti, Europa '51 by Rossellini, and La lupa by Lattuada. His directing debut was Il sole negli occhi (1953). Career highlights include Io la conoscevo bene (1965) and Adua e le compagne (1960). He drowned in the sea of Gaeta in 1968 while working on Come, quando, perché, which was completed by Valerio Zurlini. [wikipedia]

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Antonio Pietrangeli reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Antonio Pietrangeli's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Antonio Pietrangeli remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in La Terra Trema, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Antonio Pietrangeli Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Antonio Pietrangeli's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Antonio Pietrangeli.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1949 La Terra Trema Narrator (voice) (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →

Antonio Pietrangeli - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Antonio Pietrangeli?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Antonio Pietrangeli is "La Terra Trema" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Antonio Pietrangeli acted in?

Antonio Pietrangeli has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.