

Modern Romance
1981, English. Directed by Albert Brooks.
Robert was madly in love with Mary. Mary was madly in love with him. Under the circumstances they did the only thing they could do... they broke up.
A film editor breaks up with his girlfriend, unsure if he is in love.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 103 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Modern Romance
Modern Romance isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Albert BrooksDirector
- Albert BrooksRobert Cole
- Kathryn HarroldMary Harvard
- Bruno KirbyJay
- James L. BrooksDavid
- Bob EinsteinSporting Goods Salesman
- Jane HallarenEllen
- Albert HendersonHead Mixer
- Meadowlark LemonHimself
- George KennedyGeorge Kennedy / Zeron
- Tyann MeansWaitress
- Karen ChandlerNeighbor
- Dennis KortHealth Food Salesman
Details
- Released
- 13 March 1981
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Albert Brooks, Monica Johnson
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Modern Romance: quick answers
Is Modern Romance worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 103 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Modern Romance?
Modern Romance runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Modern Romance have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Modern Romance. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Modern Romance parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Modern Romance is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Modern Romance on?
Modern Romance 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 Modern Romance?
If you liked Modern Romance, try The Best You Can, The Other Zoey, Numb.
Who directed Modern Romance?
Modern Romance (1981) was directed by Albert Brooks and stars Albert Brooks, Kathryn Harrold, Bruno Kirby.