The Ritz
1976, English. Directed by Richard Lester.
The funny season begins when you check in for a night at The Ritz.
To escape from a mobster, businessman Gaetano Proclo orders a cab driver to take him to a place where he can't be found. Unfortunately for Gaetano, the place turns out to be a gay bathhouse.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Ritz
The Ritz isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 12 August 1976
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Terrence McNally
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What The Ritz is based on
The Ritz is based on The Ritz (play), a play or musical by Terrence McNally.
Play or musical
The Ritz (play)
By Terrence McNally
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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The Ritz: quick answers
Is The Ritz worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Ritz?
The Ritz runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does The Ritz have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Ritz. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Ritz parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Ritz is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Ritz on?
The Ritz 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 The Ritz?
If you liked The Ritz, try Who Is Cletis Tout?, Desperate Living, Stir Crazy.
Who directed The Ritz?
The Ritz (1976) was directed by Richard Lester and stars Jack Weston, Rita Moreno, Jerry Stiller.
What is The Ritz based on?
The Ritz is based on The Ritz (play), a play or musical by Terrence McNally.