The Absent-Minded Waiter
1977, English. Directed by Carl Gottlieb.
Bernie Cates requests the services of the most absent-minded waiter he's ever seen, who pours water before setting the glasses, endlessly repeats questions, brings wrong orders, and ruins everything- but the bill.
- Runtime
- 0h 7m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 13 July 1977
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Steve Martin
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How long is The Absent-Minded Waiter?
The Absent-Minded Waiter runs 7 minutes (0h 7m).
Does The Absent-Minded Waiter have a post-credits scene?
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The Absent-Minded Waiter parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Absent-Minded Waiter is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Absent-Minded Waiter on?
The Absent-Minded Waiter isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 13 July 1977. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Absent-Minded Waiter?
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Who directed The Absent-Minded Waiter?
The Absent-Minded Waiter (1977) was directed by Carl Gottlieb and stars Steve Martin, Teri Garr, Buck Henry.