Name: Play It Again, Sam
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Released: 1972-05-04
Duration: 1 h 25 min
Cast: Woody Allen, Diane Keaton, Tony Roberts, Jerry Lacy, Susan Anspach

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By day he is Woody Allen. But when night falls and the moon rises, Humphrey Bogart strikes again.

A neurotic film critic obsessed with the movie Casablanca attempts to get over his wife leaving him by dating again with the help of a married couple and his illusory idol, Humphrey Bogart.

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Directed by: Herbert Ross
Written by: Woody Allen
Produced by: Arthur P. Jacobs
Music by: Billy Goldenberg, Oscar Peterson

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May 4, 1972 · 1 h 25 min · PG

Released: May 4, 1972
Runtime: 1 h 25 min
Age rating: PG
Genres: Comedy, Romance
Original language: English
Made in: United States
Available in: 76 countries

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Where can I stream Play It Again, Sam?

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In the United States, Play It Again, Sam is free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can rent or buy it from JustWatch TV Free, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 3 other countries.

Is Play It Again, Sam worth watching?

83

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Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 97%, and Metacritic 77).

Is Play It Again, Sam okay for kids?

PG

Not for young kids: it's rated PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Will Play It Again, Sam make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (8 of 10) and sharp wit (7 of 10).

Is Play It Again, Sam good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.