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Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961)

“Audrey Hepburn plays that daring, darling Holly Golightly to a new high in entertainment delight!”

7.6/10 · 4,566 votes 1h 55m nr ComedyRomanceDrama

#8 of 13 films from 1961 #225 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Blake Edwards · Written by George Axelrod, Truman Capote

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Overview

Holly Golightly is an eccentric New York City playgirl determined to marry a Brazilian millionaire. But when young writer Paul Varjak moves into her apartment building, her past threatens to get in their way.

Cast

Audrey Hepburnas Holly Golightly
George Peppardas Paul Varjak
Patricia Nealas 2E Failenson
Buddy Ebsenas Doc Golightly
Martin Balsamas O.J. Berman
José Luis de Vilallongaas José da Silva Pereira
John McGiveras Tiffany's Salesman
Dorothy Whitneyas Mag Wildwood
Stanley Adamsas Rusty Trawler
Elvia Allmanas Librarian
Alan Reedas Sally Tomato
Beverly Powersas Nightclub Stripper
Claude Stroudas Sid Arbuck
Mickey Rooneyas Mr. Yunioshi

Facts

Release dateOctober 6, 1961
Runtime115 min (1h 55m) — about the same as the 1961 average of 121 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$2,500,000
Box office$9,500,000 (3.8× budget)
IMDbtt0054698

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Questions

How long is Breakfast at Tiffany's?
Breakfast at Tiffany's runs 115 minutes (1h 55m).
Is Breakfast at Tiffany's worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.6/10 across 4,566 votes, which places it #8 of 13 films released in 1961 in this index (top 46%) and #225 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Breakfast at Tiffany's?
Breakfast at Tiffany's was directed by Blake Edwards. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Party (1968), A Shot in the Dark (1964), The Pink Panther Strikes Again (1976).
Who stars in Breakfast at Tiffany's?
Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly; George Peppard as Paul Varjak; Patricia Neal as 2E Failenson; Buddy Ebsen as Doc Golightly; Martin Balsam as O.J. Berman; José Luis de Vilallonga as José da Silva Pereira.
What is Breakfast at Tiffany's rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Breakfast at Tiffany's?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/79713.

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