A Fine Mess
1986, English. Directed by Blake Edwards.
A Hilarious New Comedy
Two friends discover a plot to fix a horse race and try to capitalize on it, but soon have to deal with the two men who fixed it, the police investigating it, and the mob boss whose amorous wife is mixed up in it.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Blake EdwardsDirector
- Ted DansonSpence Holden
- Howie MandelDennis Powell
- Richard MulliganWayne "Turnip" Parragella
- Stuart MargolinMaurice "Binky" Drundza
- María Conchita AlonsoClaudia Pazzo
- Jennifer EdwardsEllen Frankenthaler
- Paul SorvinoTony Pazzo
- Vic PolizosDetective Hunker
- James CromwellDetective Blist
- Dennis FranzPhil
- Brooke AldersonAileen
- Rick DucommunWardell
Details
- Released
- 8 August 1986
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Blake Edwards
- Box office
- $6M
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A Fine Mess: quick answers
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How long is A Fine Mess?
A Fine Mess runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does A Fine Mess have a post-credits scene?
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A Fine Mess parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Fine Mess is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is A Fine Mess on?
A Fine Mess isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Fine Mess?
If you liked A Fine Mess, try Oscar, Fun with Dick and Jane, Pocket Listing.
Who directed A Fine Mess?
A Fine Mess (1986) was directed by Blake Edwards and stars Ted Danson, Howie Mandel, Richard Mulligan.