Firefighters

Set in the Rome fire station of Settecamini, Squadra 17 is a rough edged crew that keeps getting in its own way. On every call they stumble through rescues and drills, turning routine tasks into chaotic farce as they bicker, improvise, and blame one another for the latest mishap. They crave a moment of real credit, a chance to prove they belong on the front line, yet their stubborn habits and slapstick misfires keep sabotaging any hope of lasting glory. The film follows these loud, well meaning colleagues as they improvise tactics, chase misfortune, and try to outwit the next crisis. Its humor comes from working life rather than flashy heroics, with warmth beneath the chaos. Humor lingers after credits.

Directed by Neri Parenti, this 1985 Italian comedy pairs an ensemble cast with brisk farce. The screenplay credits go to Franco Marotta and Laura Toscano, signaling an original work rooted in Italy's comedic traditions. Its quick exchanges, sight gags, and character clashes keep the pace lively and the mood light.

Box office data for Firefighters is not widely documented, and the film has not been released with the same worldwide footprint as major Hollywood productions. It remains best known to fans of 1980s Italian comedies in select markets for collectors.

The film showcases a notable Italian comedy ensemble led by Paolo Villaggio and Lino Banfi with Massimo Boldi, Christian De Sica, and Andrea Roncato. It sits in the era's tradition of workplace farce where group chemistry and timing drive the jokes. The chemistry among the stars shaped Italian screen comedy.

Critical reception tends to focus on its fast pacing and broad humor rather than sharp satire. The film explores camaraderie under pressure, miscommunication among colleagues, and the stubborn optimism that keeps a faltering team chasing a sense of pride and belonging in a city that loves its blue collar heroes.