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title: "The Head of the Family"
year: 1967
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-head-of-the-family-1967"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 195416
imdb_id: "tt0063406"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 106
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 27
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Head of the Family (1967) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: The Head of the Family (Italian: Il padre di famiglia, French: Jeux d'adultes).
Year: 1967.
Genre: Italian-French comedy-drama / Comedy.
Director/Co-writer: Nanni Loy.
Cast: Nino Manfredi, Leslie Caron, Ugo Tognazzi.
Plot: Marco and Paola (both architects) meet after World War II and marry. They are deeply in love but have different backgrounds and outlooks on life. After marriage, Paola gives up her work to raise their growing family. Marco feels his importance in the family has been lessened as the family grows larger with each successive child. The story explores his quiet desperation to hold onto his position and the family dynamic.
Festival: Entered the main competition at the 28th Venice International Film Festival.
Runtime: 1h 46

## The Hook & The Verdict

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Nanni Loy
- **Networks / Studios**: Ultra Film, Marianne Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Nino Manfredi** as *Marco*
- **Leslie Caron** as *Paola*
- **Claudine Auger** as *Adriana*
- **Ugo Tognazzi** as *Remo*
- **Mario Carotenuto** as *Gabriele*
- **Antonella Della Porta** as *Bonaria*
- **Evi Maltagliati** as *Luisa, madre di Marco*
- **Marisa Solinas** as *domestica Angela*
- **Sergio Tofano** as *Amedeo, padre di Marco*
- **Elsa Vazzoler** as *Carla, madre di Paola*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Head of the Family online?
The Head of the Family is currently available to watch or stream on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Novecento Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Head of the Family worth watching?
The Head of the Family holds a community rating of 6.7/10 based on 27 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Head of the Family and when was it released?
The Head of the Family is a feature film with a runtime of 106 minutes. It was released in 1967. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Head of the Family?
The Head of the Family was directed by Nanni Loy.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Head of the Family — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/195416)
- [The Head of the Family (1967 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Head_of_the_Family_%281967_film%29)
- [The Head of the Family (1967) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/195416-il-padre-di-famiglia/cast)
- [The Head of the Family - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/the-head-of-the-family/cast/2000077766/)
- [The Head of the Family (1967 film) - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/articles/The_Head_of_the_Family_(1967_film))

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