For Love of Ivy

1968Movie1 h 41 min

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

A deeply romantic, wholesome comedy movie about family and everyday modern life, with standout performances.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

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Not for scares, brutality or suspense.

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Story

Sidney Poitier in the love, love, loveliest movie of the year.

A white family has had the same Black maid for many years. When she tells them she wants to go back to school and will be leaving soon, the 20ish year old son decides what she needs is a change and begins searching for a man to wine and dine her, but who won't marry her, thinking that this will distract her from her plans. The man he finds doesn't entirely cooperate.

Feels like

  • Classical Romantic Comedy
  • Interracial Romance Drama
  • Domestic Servitude Narrative
  • Sidney Poitier Star Vehicle
  • Subtle Social Critique
  • Heartwarming Family Dynamics
  • Mid-Century Urban Setting
  • Elegant Dialogue
  • Hopeful Tone

Cast

Crew

Directed by
Daniel Mann
Music by
Quincy Jones

Everyone

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Facts

July 17, 1968 · 1 h 41 min · Comedy, Romance

Released
July 17, 1968
Runtime
1 h 41 min
Genres
Comedy, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
1 country

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream For Love of Ivy?"

Questions about For Love of Ivy

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream For Love of Ivy?

It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is For Love of Ivy worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50 (IMDb 6.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 43%). Audiences rate it higher (57 out of 100) than critics (43).

Is For Love of Ivy okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is For Love of Ivy good for date night?

and 5 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Will For Love of Ivy make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly sharp wit (7 of 10) and situational comedy (6 of 10).