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Casanova's reputation is at stake when Venice's legendary lover gets a look-alike—and an unexpected royal request.

SOME LIKE IT COOL

That man from ''Some Like It Hot'' is back doing it again . . . and again . . . and again . . .

1977 · 1h 44m · R · Comedy · IMDB TMDB

Hiding his impotence, Casanova, the legendary Italian lover hires a look-alike to uphold his reputation.

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What is Some Like It Cool about?

Some Like It Cool is a 1977 Austrian-French-Italian comedy directed by Franz Antel about Giacomo Casanova, who must rely on a look-alike to uphold his reputation when the Caliph's wife demands a night with the legendary lover.

Programmer's Pick

Tony Curtis trades Hollywood cool for Venetian heat in this playful Euro-sex comedy romp. Mistaken identities, royal requests, and a double dose of Casanova keep things brisk—and more than a little risqué. If you like your period comedies with a side of nudity, this one’s got you covered (and uncovered).

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Set against the opulent backdrop of 18th century Venice, Some Like It Cool follows the notorious womanizer Giacomo Casanova, played by Tony Curtis, as he tries to avoid the authorities—and a scandal of his own. When he crosses paths with Giacomino, a petty con man who happens to be his spitting image, opportunity knocks. Meanwhile, the arrival of the Caliph and his determined wife adds a new complication: she demands a rendezvous with the famed lover. As Casanova scrambles to protect his legendary status, a series of erotic misadventures and mistaken identities ensue, with both Casanova and his double navigating a gauntlet of amorous escapades, royal intrigue, and comic mishaps. The result is a bawdy, witty romp through Venice’s decadent social scene.

Details & Specs

Director
Franz Antel
Writers
Tom Priman, Joshua Sinclair
Release
1977
Runtime
1h 44m
Country
Austria, France, Italy
Language
German, French, Italian
Genres
Comedy
Also Known As
Sex on the Run, Some Like It Cool, The Amorous Mis-Adventures of Casanova, The Rise and Rise of Casanova, Treize femmes pour Casanova, Casanova & Co. (original title)

Why This Matters

This film is notable for its international release under numerous titles and for featuring Tony Curtis in a comedic take on the legendary figure of Casanova, set against a backdrop of cross-cultural intrigue and farcical romance.
— SassyFlix Curator

Cast & Crew

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Director: Franz Antel Writers: Tom Priman +1 more
Tony Curtis Tony Curtis Giacomo Casanova / Giacomino Marisa Berenson Marisa Berenson The Caliph's Wife Marisa Mell Marisa Mell Duchess of Cornaro Jean Lefebvre Jean Lefebvre The Sergeant Andréa Ferréol Andréa Ferréol The Baker's Wife Sylva Koscina Sylva Koscina The Prefect's Wife Victor Spinetti Victor Spinetti The Prefect Umberto Orsini Umberto Orsini Count Tiretta Jenny Arasse Jenny Arasse Cecilia Jacques Herlin Jacques Herlin Senator Dell‘Acqua Jeannie Bell Jeannie Bell Fatme Lillian Müller Lillian Müller Beata Olivia Pascal Olivia Pascal Angela Hugh Griffith Hugh Griffith The Caliph Britt Ekland Britt Ekland Countess Trivulzi Werner Pochath Werner Pochath Fulcenzo Katia Christine Katia Christine Sardella Gérard Jugnot Gérard Jugnot Valente Umberto Raho Umberto Raho Doge Margherita Horowitz Margherita Horowitz Mother Superior Mauro Vestri Mauro Vestri Father Anselmo Giacomo Rossi Stuart Giacomo Rossi Stuart Marquis Coppafrata (uncredited) John Stacy John Stacy Innkeeper (uncredited) Herb Andress Herb Andress Nobleman (uncredited) Carla Romanelli Carla Romanelli

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Why Cult

Casanova Double Trouble

Tony Curtis plays both the legendary Casanova and his hapless look-alike, doubling the comedic chaos.

Erotic Mistaken Identity

The film revels in classic mistaken identity farce with a distinctly erotic twist, as lovers and enemies chase the wrong man.

Euro Sex Comedy Style

A heady mix of French and Italian sex comedy conventions—nudity, bawdy humor, and lavish 18th-century settings.

Star-Studded Ensemble

A European cast packed with genre favorites, including Marisa Berenson and Marisa Mell, adds extra spice to the proceedings.

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Questions from the Vault

Who directed Some Like It Cool? +

Some Like It Cool was directed by Franz Antel.

How long is Some Like It Cool? +

Some Like It Cool has a runtime of 104 minutes.

What genre is Some Like It Cool? +

Some Like It Cool is a comedy.

Where can I watch Some Like It Cool? +

Some Like It Cool is available to stream on SassyFlix.

How does Casanova hide his impotence in Some Like It Cool? +

Casanova hires his look-alike, Giacomino, to impersonate him and maintain his reputation as a legendary lover.

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