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Harold and Maude (1971)

โ€œThey were meant to be. But exactly what they were meant to be is not quite clear.โ€

7.6/10 ยท 1,241 votes 1h 32m pg ComedyRomanceDrama

#4 of 28 films from 1971 #202 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Hal Ashby ยท Written by Colin Higgins

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Overview

A deadpan young man obsessed with death meets an eccentric septuagenarian who teaches him to live life to the fullest.

Cast

Ruth Gordonas Maude
Bud Cortas Harold
Vivian Picklesas Mrs. Chasen
Cyril Cusackas Glaucus
Charles Tyneras Uncle Victor
Ellen Geeras Sunshine Dorรฉ
Eric Christmasas Priest
G. Woodas Psychiatrist
Judy Englesas Candy Gulf
Shari Summersas Edith Phern
Tom Skerrittas Motorcycle Officer
Susan Madiganas Girlfriend
Ray K. Gomanas Police Officer
Gordon Devolas Police Officer

Facts

Release dateDecember 20, 1971
Runtime92 min (1h 32m) โ€” shorter as the 1971 average of 111 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$1,200,000
IMDbtt0067185

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Questions

How long is Harold and Maude?
Harold and Maude runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Is Harold and Maude worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.6/10 across 1,241 votes, which places it #4 of 28 films released in 1971 in this index (top 89%) and #202 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Harold and Maude?
Harold and Maude was directed by Hal Ashby. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Being There (1979).
Who stars in Harold and Maude?
Ruth Gordon as Maude; Bud Cort as Harold; Vivian Pickles as Mrs. Chasen; Cyril Cusack as Glaucus; Charles Tyner as Uncle Victor; Ellen Geer as Sunshine Dorรฉ.
What is Harold and Maude rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Harold and Maude?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/5121.

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