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The Heartbreak Kid

1972Movie1 h 45 minPG

ComedyRomance
77
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1Metacritic747.8Rotten Tomatoes92%73%

A romantic, moving romance movie about everyday modern life and the mind, with standout performances.

Good for friends night · teens · thought-provoking

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Story

A hip, hot and sexy lesson in love.

Three days into his Miami honeymoon with needy and unsophisticated Lila, Lenny meets tall, blonde Kelly. This confirms his fear that he has made a serious mistake and he decides he wants to be with Kelly instead.

Feels like

  • Cringe Comedy
  • Romantic Satire
  • Character Study
  • Psychological Drama
  • Relationship Troubles
  • Awkward & Uncomfortable
  • Darkly Humorous
  • Brilliant Dialogue
  • Critique of Marriage

Cast

10 of 10

Crew

Directed by
Elaine May
Written by
Bruce Jay Friedman, Neil Simon
Produced by
Edgar J. Scherick
Music by
Garry Sherman

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Facts

December 17, 1972 · 1 h 45 min · PG

Released
December 17, 1972
Runtime
1 h 45 min
Age rating
PG
Genres
Romance, Comedy
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Box office
$6 million

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is The Heartbreak Kid worth watching?"

Questions about The Heartbreak Kid

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Heartbreak Kid worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 92%, and Metacritic 74).

Is The Heartbreak Kid 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 The Heartbreak Kid make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly cringe comedy (9 of 10) and sharp wit (7 of 10).

Is The Heartbreak Kid good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 7 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.