Il Malloppo crime comedy starring Diego Abatantuono

The crime comedy film ‘Il Malloppo’, directed by Volfango De Biasi, is set for release on September 3, 2026. Starring Italian comedians Diego Abatantuono, Michele Foresta (known as Mago Forest), and Max Angioni, the film blends mystery with comedy.

Set in Ferrara, the plot follows Diego Viani (Abatantuono), a former robber nicknamed ‘the Brigante’ who now runs an inn with his wife. His quiet life is disrupted when a former associate demands the location of five billion lire in gold ingots stolen in the 1980s. Following the discovery of the associate's body, Diego becomes a murder suspect.

The investigation is led by private investigator Michele Ragusa (Foresta), a friend of Diego, and his unpaid intern (Angioni). The film utilizes classic Italian comedy tropes, including misunderstandings and exaggerated characters, while incorporating action elements such as chases.