In pre-World War II Sicily, just as the fascists come to power, two men fall in love with the same woman. The changes in their country's politics ultimately take all three on a journey across the ocean to New York City.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Sophia LorenTitina Paterno | Titina Paterno |
 Marcello MastroianniRosario Maria Spallone | Rosario Maria Spallone |
 Giancarlo GianniniNicola Sanmichele detto 'Nick' | Nicola Sanmichele detto 'Nick' |
 Turi FerroVito Acicatena | Vito Acicatena |
 Mario ScarpettaTonino | Tonino |
 Antonella MurgiaRagazza incinta | Ragazza incinta |
| LLucio AmelioDr. Crisafulli | Dr. Crisafulli |
| MMaria CarraraDonna Santa | Donna Santa |
 Isa DanieliNot listed | Not listed |
 Guido CernigliaNot listed | Not listed |
| VVittorio BarattiNot listed | Not listed |
| OOreste RadiNot listed | Not listed |