The story follows the misadventures of three friends— (Gigi Proietti), Pomata (Enrico Montesano), and Felice (Francesco De Rosa)—who are hopelessly addicted to horse race betting. Despite their constant failures and mounting debts, they spend their days at the Tor di Valle racetrack in Rome , concocting elaborate scams to find the money for "the next big bet". Key Elements of the Film

Febbre Da Cavallo: La Commedia Musicale (Original Soundtrack)

In 2017, the film was adapted into a theatrical musical at the Sistina Theatre in Rome, featuring a score co-composed by Fabio Frizzi.

(Horse Fever) is a 1976 cult classic Italian comedy film directed by Steno that has become a cornerstone of Roman pop culture.

Originally a modest box office success, it gained massive popularity through television reruns in the 1980s, eventually earning "cult" status. Its slang and iconic scenes are still frequently quoted in Italy . Related Media

Mandrake is the charismatic small-time actor and master of "the sting" ( la mandrakata ), while Pomata is his fast-talking partner in crime.

A follow-up titled Febbre da cavallo – La mandrakata was released in 2002, directed by Carlo Vanzina and starring Gigi Proietti once again.