Bomber (1982)
The Italian action-comedy classic where Bud Spencer's unstoppable fists find a new calling in the boxing ring.
Bomber - Movie Information
- Original Title: Bomber
- Release Year: 1982
- Directed by: Michele Lupo
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Comedy, Drama
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 1h 41m
- Original Language: Italian
- Spoken Languages: Italian, English
- Release Date (Theatrical): August 5, 1982 (Germany - 12), November 13, 1982 (United States - PG-13), November 19, 1982 (Italy - T), December 17, 1982 (Spain - A)
- Alternative Titles: Bomber (IT), Pommittaja (FI), Bulldozeren rykker ud (DK), O Bombardeiro (PT), Capitaine Malabar dit La bombe (FR), Bombajó bokszoló (HU), Bombardero (ES), Der Bomber (DE)
- Production Companies: Leone Film
- Production Countries: Italy
Bomber - Plot
Bomber is an unemployed boat captain. One day he meets Jerry, a manager of boxers who are struck by the force of his fists. That is when they see the chance to win big money.
Bomber - Trailer
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Bomber - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Michele Lupo
Main Cast
- Bud Spencer
- Jerry Calà
- Stefano Mingardo
- Kallie Knoetze
- Gegia
- Valéria Cavalli
- Angela Campanella
- Ferdinando Murolo
- Nando Paone
- Bobby Rhodes
Writers
- Marcello Fondato
- Francesco Scardamaglia
Producers
- Elio Scardamaglia
Bomber - FAQs
What is Bomber (1982) about?
Bomber follows Bud Graziano, a down-on-his-luck boat captain played by Bud Spencer, whose thunderous fists catch the eye of a boxing manager named Jerry. Sensing a golden opportunity, the two team up to chase big prize money in the ring, leading to plenty of brawls, laughs, and larger-than-life action.
Is Bomber a typical Bud Spencer film?
Very much so. Bomber delivers the classic Bud Spencer formula: a big, good-natured hero, cartoonish fistfights, broad comedy, and a warm heart underneath it all. Fans of his earlier work with Terence Hill will feel right at home, even though this one pairs him with comedian Jerry Calà instead.
Who stars in Bomber (1982)?
Bud Spencer leads the cast as Bud Graziano, the fist-swinging boat captain at the center of the story. Jerry Calà plays his fast-talking boxing manager Jerry, with Kallie Knoetze, Gegia, Valéria Cavalli, Bobby Rhodes, and Stefano Mingardo rounding out the ensemble.
Where can you watch Bomber (1982) online?
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Who directed Bomber and what else did he make?
Michele Lupo directed Bomber. He was a prolific Italian filmmaker who worked extensively in genre cinema, directing several Bud Spencer vehicles and spaghetti westerns throughout the 1970s and 1980s. His easy command of action-comedy pacing made him a natural fit for Spencer's crowd-pleasing style.
Is Bomber (1982) suitable for kids and families?
Bomber carries a PG-13 rating in the United States. The film features plenty of slapstick brawling and broad comedy in the tradition of Italian action-comedies of the era. Older children who enjoy lighthearted action films should be fine, though parents may want to preview it first.
What movies are similar to Bomber (1982)?
If you enjoy Bomber, you might also like Banana Joe (1982), another Bud Spencer comedy from the same year, or Rocky III (1982) for the boxing angle. The Big Brawl (1980) and No Retreat, No Surrender (1986) offer similar action-comedy energy for fans of the genre.
Who composed the music for Bomber (1982)?
The score for Bomber was composed by Guido De Angelis and Maurizio De Angelis, the prolific Italian duo known professionally as Oliver Onions. They were longtime collaborators on Bud Spencer and Terence Hill films, and their catchy, upbeat compositions became inseparable from the duo's brand of action-comedy.
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