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The Screwball

6.619561h 50mMovieComedy

Achilles, a Hulot-like factotum for an evening newspaper, travels around looking for a scoop in the Milan of the "economic miracle."

DirectorCarlo Lizzani
WritersDario Fo·Fulvio Fo
ProducerBruno Vailati

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Cast · Directed by Carlo Lizzani

DFDario Fo
Dario Fo
Achille
FRFranca Rame
Franca Rame
Diana
GMGiorgia Moll
Giorgia Moll
Elena
JF
Jacopo Fo
LP
Leo Pisani
Gigi
ABAlberto Bonucci
Alberto Bonucci
ER
Enrico Rame
IM
Italia Munafò
GB
Giorgio Barbafiera
PG
Piero Giachino
AC
Augusta Cicognini
MP
Mario Pierovano

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The Screwball — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Screwball?

The Screwball isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Screwball on Netflix?

No, The Screwball is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is The Screwball on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Screwball isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Screwball for free?

The Screwball isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Screwball?

The Screwball hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around May 8, 1956. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.