The film was directed by Giuliano Cenci with assistance from his brother Renzo. During production, Carlo Collodis grandchildren Mario and Antonio Lorenzini were consulted. The subtle movements made by fidgeting children whilst speaking or under scrutiny were incorporated into Pinocchios movements, particularly when he lies to the Fairy with the Turquoise Hair over the fate of his gold coins. For the design of the Fairy, Italian portrayals of the Blessed Virgin Mary in art were used as starting points.
Roberta Paladini
as Pinocchio (voce)
Roberto Bertea
as Geppetto (voce)
Lauro Gazzolo
as Grillo Parlante (voce)
Vittoria Febbi
as Fata Turchina (voce)
Sergio Tedesco
as Volpe / Arlecchino (voce)
Manlio De Angelis
as Gatto (voce)
Flaminia Jandolo
as Lucignolo (voce)
Michele Gammino
as Mangiafuoco (voce)
Arturo Dominici
as Pescatore Verde (voce)
Gianni Bonagura
as Omino del carro (voce)
Bruno Persa
as Direttore del circo (voce)
Gianfranco Bellini
as Colombo (voce)
