Squadra Antitruffa (1977) Apr 2026

: Bruno Corbucci, a prolific figure in Italian genre cinema. Cast :

Squadra antitruffa (internationally released as Hit Squad or Swindle ) is a 1977 Italian poliziottesco action-comedy film directed by Bruno Corbucci . It is the third installment in the popular Nico Giraldi series , starring Tomas Milian . 1. Core Production Details Squadra antitruffa (1977)

The film belongs to a period of Italian cinema that used the "seriality of news media" and contemporary crime waves to ground its storytelling. While many films in this genre focused on political violence, the Corbucci/Milian collaborations leaned into and the "maverick cop" archetype. : Bruno Corbucci, a prolific figure in Italian genre cinema

: A blend of the gritty poliziottesco (Italian police thriller) and commedia all'italiana , reflecting the sociopolitical tumult of Italy’s "Years of Lead". : A blend of the gritty poliziottesco (Italian

: Filmed partly in San Francisco , USA, and Rome , Italy. 2. Synopsis

Marshal Nico Giraldi is tasked with dismantling a sophisticated international fraud ring. The investigation leads him from the streets of Rome to San Francisco. Along the way, he encounters Bob Matthews (played by David Hemmings), a character linked to the scam operations. The film balances high-speed chases and action sequences with the character-driven humor typical of the Giraldi series.

as Marshal Nico Giraldi, the unorthodox, foul-mouthed cop known for his signature hat and streetwise attitude. David Hemmings as Robert (Bob) Matthews.