Oscar
1991, English. Directed by John Landis.
In crime and comedy, timing is everything.
Angelo "Snaps" Provolone made his dying father a promise on his deathbed: he would leave the world of crime and become an honest businessman. Despite having no experience in making money in a legal fashion, Snaps sets about to keep his promise.
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 607 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Oscar
Oscar is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- John LandisDirector
- Sylvester StalloneAngelo "Snaps" Provolone
- Marisa TomeiLisa Provolone
- Vincent SpanoAnthony Rossano
- Ornella MutiSofia Provolone
- Tim CurryDr. Thornton Poole
- Peter RiegertAldo
- Chazz PalminteriConnie
- Martin FerreroLuigi Finucci
- Harry ShearerGuido Finucci
- Kirk DouglasEduardo Provolone
- Paul GrecoSchemer
- Richard ForonjyKnucky
Details
- Released
- 26 April 1991
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Michael Barrie, Jim Mulholland
- Budget
- $35M
- Box office
- $24M
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What Oscar is based on
Oscar is adapted from a play or musical.
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Oscar: quick answers
Is Oscar worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 607 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Oscar?
Oscar runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Does Oscar have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Oscar. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Oscar parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Oscar is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Oscar on?
Oscar is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like Oscar?
If you liked Oscar, try Fun with Dick and Jane, Johnny Dangerously, The Naked Gun.
Who directed Oscar?
Oscar (1991) was directed by John Landis and stars Sylvester Stallone, Marisa Tomei, Vincent Spano.
What is Oscar based on?
Oscar is adapted from a play or musical.