The Paper Chase
1973, English. Directed by James Bridges.
You may be looking at a future President, Supreme Court Justice, Secretary of State or a dropout.
A first-year law student struggles with balancing his coursework and his relationship with the daughter of a stern professor.
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 125 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Paper Chase
The Paper Chase isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- James BridgesDirector
- Timothy BottomsJames T. Hart
- Lindsay WagnerSusan Fields
- John HousemanCharles W. Kingsfield Jr.
- Graham BeckelFranklin Ford III
- James NaughtonKevin Brooks
- Edward HerrmannThomas Craig Anderson
- Craig Richard NelsonWillis Bell
- Robert LydiardO'Connor
- Lenny BakerWilliam Moss
- David ClennonToombs
- Regina BaffAsheley Brooks
- Irma HurleyMrs. Weasal
Details
- Released
- 16 October 1973
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- James Bridges
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What The Paper Chase is based on
The Paper Chase is based on The Paper Chase, a 1971 novel by John Jay Osborn, Jr..
Novel · 1971
The Paper Chase
By John Jay Osborn, Jr.
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The Paper Chase: quick answers
Is The Paper Chase worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 125 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Paper Chase?
The Paper Chase runs 113 minutes (1h 53m).
Does The Paper Chase have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Paper Chase. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Paper Chase parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Paper Chase is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Paper Chase on?
The Paper Chase isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Paper Chase?
If you liked The Paper Chase, try The Pelican Brief, Call Me Crazy: A Five Film, The Children Act.
Who directed The Paper Chase?
The Paper Chase (1973) was directed by James Bridges and stars Timothy Bottoms, Lindsay Wagner, John Houseman.
What is The Paper Chase based on?
The Paper Chase is based on The Paper Chase, a 1971 novel by John Jay Osborn, Jr..