Loose adaptation of Italy's national epic, Alessandro Manzoni's “The Betrothed”. In war-torn 17th century Italy, shady feudal lord Don Rodrigo eyes young and beautiful Lucia, who loves—and is reciprocated by—commoner Renzo. The two lovers plan to marry in secret, but Rodrigo discovers it and they are forced to flee their village, becoming separated and each facing many dangers, including the Plague.
Stefano Scandaletti | Renzo Tramaglino |
Michela Macalli | Lucia Mondella |
Paolo Villaggio | Don Abbondio |
Laura Morante | Suor Virginia |
Stefania Sandrelli | Agnese Mondella |
Stefano Dionisi | Don Rodrigo |
Gigio Alberti | Il Griso |
Stefano Scherini | Tonio |
Toni Bertorelli | Fra Cristoforo |
Andrea Renzi | Egidio Osio |
Gottfried John | Conte del Sagrato |
Laura Betti | Madre Superiora |