Cavalleria rusticana_
This film was not based on the famous one-act opera of Pietro Mascagni but rather on the original story by the Sicilian writer Giovanni Verga. It's the story of Santuzza, her love Turiddu, and his passion for the married Lola that leads to his death in a duel when Lola's husband Alfio exacts satisfaction.
Starring
Isa Pola, Doris Duranti, Carlo Ninchi
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
Cavalleria rusticana was released 87 years ago in 1939.
Overview
This film was not based on the famous one-act opera of Pietro Mascagni but rather on the original story by the Sicilian writer Giovanni Verga. It's the story...
Cavalleria rusticana is a Music, Drama film with a runtime of 1h 17m.
CAST (9)
Isa Pola
Doris Duranti
Carlo Ninchi
Leonardo Cortese
Bella Starace Sainati
Luigi Almirante
GT
Giulio Tempesti
DR
Dina Romano
Carlo Romano
Bammulu
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
77 min (1h 17m)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Cavalleria rusticana about?
This film was not based on the famous one-act opera of Pietro Mascagni but rather on the original story by the Sicilian writer Giovanni Verga. It's the story of Santuzza, her love Turiddu, and his passion for the married Lola that leads to his death in a duel when Lola's husband Alfio exacts satisfaction.
How long is Cavalleria rusticana?
Cavalleria rusticana has a runtime of 77 minutes (1h 17m).
Who stars in Cavalleria rusticana?
The cast of Cavalleria rusticana includes Isa Pola, Doris Duranti, Carlo Ninchi, Leonardo Cortese, Bella Starace Sainati.
GENRES (2)
Music
Drama