The White Sheik_
"A Very Funny Picture by Federico Fellini"
In Italy, small-town newlyweds Wanda and Ivan Cavalli embark on their honeymoon in the big city of Rome. Ivan dutifully wants to keep appointments with family and church, but Wanda is only interested in meeting her favorite photo-strip star known as "The White Sheik". While Wanda impetuously sneaks away to locate the object of her affections, disconsolate Ivan tries his hardest to keep up appearances with the couple's relatives.
Starring
Alberto Sordi, Brunella Bovo, Leopoldo Trieste
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
The White Sheik was released 74 years ago in 1952.
Overview
In Italy, small-town newlyweds Wanda and Ivan Cavalli embark on their honeymoon in the big city of Rome. Ivan dutifully wants to keep appointments with famil...
The White Sheik is a Comedy, Romance film with a runtime of 1h 23m.
CAST (20)
Alberto Sordi
Fernando Rivoli, the White Sheik
Brunella Bovo
Wanda Giardino Cavalli
Leopoldo Trieste
Ivan Cavalli
Giulietta Masina
Cabiria, the Prostitute
Ernesto Almirante
Dottore Fortuna, the Photonovel's Director
LL
Lilia Landi
Felga, the Photonovel's Gipsy
Fanny Marchiò
Marilena Alba Vellardi
Gina Mascetti
Rita Rivoli, Fernando's Wife
Jole Silvani
Assunta, Cabiria's Colleague
Enzo Maggio
Furio
AP
Anna Primula
Rita
Mimo Billi
Man on the Beach
AL
Armando Libianchi
Mr. Mevaglia, the Accountant
UA
Ugo Attanasio
Ivan's Uncle
GM
Giulio Moreschi
Hotel Doorman
EZ
Elettra Zago
Ivan's Aunt
PA
Piero Antonucci
Oscar
A
Aroldino
Cousin Aroldino
Antonio Acqua
Police Commissioner (uncredited)
LA
Lalla Ambraziejus
(uncredited)
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What is The White Sheik about?
In Italy, small-town newlyweds Wanda and Ivan Cavalli embark on their honeymoon in the big city of Rome. Ivan dutifully wants to keep appointments with family and church, but Wanda is only interested in meeting her favorite photo-strip star known as "The White Sheik". While Wanda impetuously sneaks away to locate the object of her affections, disconsolate Ivan tries his hardest to keep up appearances with the couple's relatives.
How long is The White Sheik?
The White Sheik has a runtime of 83 minutes (1h 23m).
Who stars in The White Sheik?
The cast of The White Sheik includes Alberto Sordi, Brunella Bovo, Leopoldo Trieste, Giulietta Masina, Ernesto Almirante.
What is the rating of The White Sheik?
The White Sheik has a rating of 7.2 out of 10 based on 285 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (2)
Comedy
Romance