Starting Over
Phil Potter would like to straighten out his life...one way, or the other.
19791h 45m6.4(71 votes)
ComedyRomance
Synopsis
After divorcing his ambitious singer wife, a middle-aged man begins a new relationship with a teacher.
Starting Over (1979) is a comedy and romance film directed by Alan J. Pakula. It stars Burt Reynolds, Jill Clayburgh, and Candice Bergen. The film runs for 1 hour 45 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.4 out of 10 from 71 votes.
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Director
Cast
Burt Reynolds
Phil Potter
Jill Clayburgh
Marilyn Holmburg
Candice Bergen
Jessica Potter
Charles Durning
Michael "Mickey" Potter
Frances Sternhagen
Marva Potter
Austin Pendleton
Paul
Mary Kay Place
Marie
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Who stars in Starting Over?
Starting Over stars Burt Reynolds, Jill Clayburgh, Candice Bergen, and Charles Durning, and was directed by Alan J. Pakula.
How long is Starting Over?
Starting Over has a runtime of 1 hour 45 minutes.
When did Starting Over come out?
Starting Over was released in 1979.
What genre is Starting Over?
Starting Over is a comedy and romance film.
Is Starting Over worth watching?
Starting Over holds an average audience score of 6.4 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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