Action
Synopsis
Z-movie actor Bruno Martel has hero syndrome, often quarrelling with directors. He meets fellow actor Doris, who is obsessed with Ophelia but cannot get any Shakespearean bookings. One day, during a nervous breakdown, Bruno 'rescues' Doris from the set, leaving town to encounter various absurd situations.
Top Cast
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Luc Merenda
Bruno Martel
Adriana Asti
Florence
Susanna Javicoli
Doris / Ofelia
Paola Senatore
Ann Shimpton
Alberto Lupo
Joe
Alberto Sorrentino
Garibaldi
John Steiner
The Manager
Franco Fabrizi
The Producer
Gianfranco Bullo
Woody Vanderberg Scott
Gigi D'Ecclesia
Giancarlo Badessi
Gay Man in Sauna
Edoardo Florio
Alina De Simone
Eolo Capritti
"King Kong"
Beatrice Brass
Tinto Brass
The Director
Luciano Crovato
Paola Montenero
Punk Leader
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 21, 2026
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tinto Brass
- Screenplay & Story
- Tinto Brass
- Original Score
- Riccardo Giannini
- Original Title
- Action
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Production Studios
- Attori Registi Solidali (A.R.S.)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tinto Brass
Tinto Brass, Giancarlo Fusco, Roberto Lerici
Riccardo Giannini
Tinto Brass
Department Leadership Roster
Tinto Brass
Director
Tinto Brass
Screenplay
Giancarlo Fusco
Writer
Roberto Lerici
Writer
Jost Jakob
Costume Design
Claudio Cinini
Production Design
Tinto Brass
Editor
Riccardo Giannini
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Action
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Action about?
Z-movie actor Bruno Martel has hero syndrome, often quarrelling with directors. He meets fellow actor Doris, who is obsessed with Ophelia but cannot get any Shakespearean bookings. One day, during a nervous breakdown, Bruno 'rescues' Doris from the set, leaving town to encounter various absurd situations.
Who directed Action?
Action was directed by Tinto Brass.
Who stars in Action?
The principal cast of Action includes Luc Merenda, Adriana Asti, Susanna Javicoli, Paola Senatore, Alberto Lupo.
When was Action released and how long is it?
Action was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 2h 1m.
Who composed the musical score for Action?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Action was composed by Riccardo Giannini.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Action?
Action holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.).