Starting Over
1979, English. Directed by Alan J. Pakula.
Phil Potter would like to straighten out his life... One way, or the other.
After divorcing his ambitious singer wife, a middle-aged man begins a new relationship with a teacher.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 72 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Alan J. PakulaDirector
- Burt ReynoldsPhil Potter
- Jill ClayburghMarilyn Holmburg
- Candice BergenJessica Potter
- Charles DurningMichael "Mickey" Potter
- Frances SternhagenMarva Potter
- Austin PendletonPaul
- Mary Kay PlaceMarie
- MacIntyre DixonDan Ryan
- Jay O. SandersLarry
- Charles KimbroughSalesman
- Richard WhitingEverett
- Alfie WiseWorkshop Member
Details
- Released
- 5 October 1979
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- James L. Brooks
- Budget
- $10M
- Box office
- $36M
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Starting Over: quick answers
Is Starting Over worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 72 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Starting Over?
Starting Over runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does Starting Over have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Starting Over. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Starting Over suitable for kids?
Starting Over is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What movies are like Starting Over?
If you liked Starting Over, try The Main Event, A New Leaf, I Love You, Alice B. Toklas!.
Who directed Starting Over?
Starting Over (1979) was directed by Alan J. Pakula and stars Burt Reynolds, Jill Clayburgh, Candice Bergen.