Bob Hoskins stars as Benito Mussolini in this riveting account of the family conflict and political intrigue which surrounded the rise and fall of the Italian fascist dictator. The four-hour mini-series not only examines Il Duce's career in politics--from his early days as a terrorist to his later alliance with Hitler--but also delves into his tragic personal affairs, such as his estrangement from favorite daughter Edda (Susan Sarandon and his ultimate betrayal of beloved son-in-law Count Ciano (Anthony Hopkins.

release year: 1985

star(s): Anthony Hopkins    Susan Sarandon