The War of the Roses
1989, English. Directed by Danny DeVito.
Once in a lifetime comes a motion picture that makes you feel like falling in love all over again. This is not that movie.
Barbara and Oliver Rose live happily as a married couple. When Barbara starts to wonder what life would be like without Oliver and likes what she sees, the two begin a campaign to force each other to leave their house, with their divorce lawyer D'Amato caught in the middle.
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 1,308 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The War of the Roses
The War of the Roses isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Danny DeVitoDirector
- Michael DouglasOliver Rose
- Kathleen TurnerBarbara Rose
- Danny DeVitoGavin D'Amato
- Marianne SägebrechtSusan
- Sean AstinJosh at 17
- Heather FairfieldCarolyn at 17
- G.D. SpradlinHarry Thurmont
- Peter DonatLarrabee
- Dan CastellanetaMan in Chair
- Gloria CromwellMrs. Marshall
- Harlan ArnoldMr. Dell
- Mary FogartyMrs. Dell
Details
- Released
- 8 December 1989
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Michael J. Leeson
- Budget
- $26M
- Box office
- $160M
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What The War of the Roses is based on
The War of the Roses is based on The War of the Roses (1981) by Warren Adler, published by Hachette Book Group.
1981
The War of the Roses
By Warren Adler
Published by Hachette Book Group
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The War of the Roses: quick answers
Is The War of the Roses worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 1,308 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The War of the Roses?
The War of the Roses runs 116 minutes (1h 56m).
Does The War of the Roses have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The War of the Roses. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The War of the Roses parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The War of the Roses is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The War of the Roses on?
The War of the Roses isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The War of the Roses?
If you liked The War of the Roses, try Blume in Love, Divorce American Style, Scenes from a Marriage.
Who directed The War of the Roses?
The War of the Roses (1989) was directed by Danny DeVito and stars Michael Douglas, Kathleen Turner, Danny DeVito.
What is The War of the Roses based on?
The War of the Roses is based on The War of the Roses (1981) by Warren Adler, published by Hachette Book Group.