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Barefoot in the Park

1967·Movie
1h 46min·NR

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Barefoot in the Park fingerprint

Funny, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Romantic and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Physical Comedy5

World

Everyday modern life and family

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Broadway's barest, rarest, unsquarest love play.

In this film based on a Neil Simon play, newlyweds Corie, a free spirit, and Paul Bratter, an uptight lawyer, share a sixth-floor apartment in Greenwich Village. Soon after their marriage, Corie tries to find a companion for mother, Ethel, who is now alone, and sets up Ethel with neighbor Victor. Inappropriate behavior on a double date causes conflict, and the young couple considers divorce.
Classic Romantic ComedyNewlywed LifeNeil Simon Adaptation1960s Greenwich VillageApartment LivingRelationship ConflictsOptimistic ToneEndearing CharactersDialogue-Driven

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Barefoot in the Park

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Where can I stream Barefoot in the Park legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Barefoot in the Park worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 55). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Barefoot in the Park rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Barefoot in the Park?

1 h 46 min

Barefoot in the Park runs 1 h 46 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Barefoot in the Park?

Critics68
Audiences72

Yes. Critics average 68 and audiences 72 out of 100, so both groups see Barefoot in the Park much the same way.

Was Barefoot in the Park a box office hit?

Budget$2 million
Box office$30 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $2 million to make and earned $30 million worldwide, 15.0 times its budget.

What language is Barefoot in the Park in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Barefoot in the Park?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Barefoot in the Park in 37 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Barefoot in the Park use?

The Alleged HouseManic Pixie Dream GirlDeadpan SnarkerInsatiable NewlywedsAlliterative NameCall-BackFunny ForeignerExiled to the CouchUptight Loves WildNon-Specifically ForeignUncomfortable Elevator MomentBeta Coupleand 5 more

TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for Barefoot in the Park, including The Alleged House, Manic Pixie Dream Girl, Deadpan Snarker.