In the barracks of the "Settecamini" fire brigade in Rome, the shabby Squadra 17 tackles missions with resounding failures, waiting in vain for a chance for redemption.
Acting
Villaggio and Banfi's combustible chemistry—legends at peak chaos.
Practical Effects
Practical fire gags that would never get insured today.
Production
Authentic Roman fire station adds documentary-like texture to absurdity.
Director
Neri Parenti
Paolo Villaggio
Paolo Casalotti
Lino Banfi
Nicola Ruoppolo
Massimo Boldi
Max Pirovano
Christian De Sica
Alberto Spina
Andrea Roncato
Armando Bigotti
Ricky Tognazzi
Daniele Traversi
Gigi Sammarchi
comandante Pacini
Paola Onofri
Cristina
Claudio Boldi
Tom, cameraman Telecosmo
Moana Pozzi
Amalia Ruoppolo
Paola Tiziana Cruciani
Sig.ra Casalotti
Ennio Antonelli
Signor Gentilini
Stefano Antonucci
Fiammetta Baralla
Dino Cassio
Un pompiere
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Part of Italy's 'cinepanettone' tradition—holiday comedies built around ensemble chaos and regional stereotypes.
The real Settecamini fire station still exists; locals reportedly still reference the film's filming there.
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