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New York, New York (1977)

โ€œThe war was over and the world was falling in love again.โ€

6.5/10 ยท 522 votes 2h 43m pg RomanceDramaMusic

#20 of 25 films from 1977 #862 of 1371 in romance

Directed by Martin Scorsese ยท Written by Mardik Martin, Earl Mac Rauch

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Overview

An egotistical saxophone player and a young singer meet on V-J Day and embark upon a strained and rocky romance, even as their careers begin a long uphill climb.

Cast

Liza Minnellias Francine Evans
Robert De Niroas Jimmy Doyle
Lionel Standeras Tony Harwell
Barry Primusas Paul Wilson
Dick Milleras Palm Club Owner
Mary Kay Placeas Bernice Bennett
Georgie Auldas Frankie Harte
Shera Daneseas Doyle's Girl in Major Chord
George Memmolias Nicky
Frank Siveroas Eddie Di Muzio
Don Calfaas Gilbert
Leonard Gainesas Artie Kirks
Charles A. Tamburroas Bouncer in Up Club
Kathi McGinnisas Ellen Flannery

Facts

Release dateJune 21, 1977
Runtime163 min (2h 43m) โ€” longer as the 1977 average of 111 min
GenresRomance, Drama, Music
LanguageEN
Budget$14,000,000
Box office$16,400,000 (1.2ร— budget)
IMDbtt0076451

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Questions

How long is New York, New York?
New York, New York runs 163 minutes (2h 43m), which is long for a romance โ€” plan for it.
Is New York, New York worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 522 votes, which places it #20 of 25 films released in 1977 in this index (top 24%) and #862 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed New York, New York?
New York, New York was directed by Martin Scorsese. Other well-rated titles by the same director: GoodFellas (1990), The Departed (2006), Shutter Island (2010).
Who stars in New York, New York?
Liza Minnelli as Francine Evans; Robert De Niro as Jimmy Doyle; Lionel Stander as Tony Harwell; Barry Primus as Paul Wilson; Dick Miller as Palm Club Owner; Mary Kay Place as Bernice Bennett.
What is New York, New York rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for New York, New York?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/1478.

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