Barefoot in the Park (1967)
Broadway's barest, rarest, unsquarest love play.
In this film based on a Neil Simon play, newlyweds Corie, a free spirit, and Paul Bratter, an uptight lawyer, share a sixth-floor apartment in Greenwich Village. Soon after their marriage, Corie tries to find a companion for mother, Ethel, who is now alone, and sets up Ethel with neighbor Victor. Inappropriate behavior on a double date causes conflict, and the young couple considers divorce.
Director: Gene Saks
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Runtime: 106 min
Release Date: May 25, 1967
Cast
- Robert Redford - Paul Bratter
- Jane Fonda - Corie Bratter
- Charles Boyer - Victor Velasco
- Mildred Natwick - Ethel Banks
- Herb Edelman - Harry Pepper
- Mabel Albertson - Harriet
- Fritz Feld - Restaurant Proprietor
- James Stone - Delivery Man
- Ted Hartley - Frank
- Doris Roberts - Hotel Maid (uncredited)
Screenplay
- Neil Simon (Screenplay)
- Neil Simon (Theatre Play)
- Johnny Mercer (Lyricist)
Music: Neal Hefti
Cinematography: Joseph LaShelle
Editing: William A. Lyon
Production: Nancy Enterprises Inc. (I), Paramount Pictures, Hal Wallis Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $2M
Box Office: $30M
Original Language: en
Themes
Wedding Chaos and Romance, Romantic Comedy and Love Sparks, Romantic Mishaps and Awkward Dating, Fun Romantic Stories
Keywords
new york city, based on play or musical, love, lawyer, conservative, newlywed, new apartment, greenwich village
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Barefoot in the Park about?
- In this film based on a Neil Simon play, newlyweds Corie, a free spirit, and Paul Bratter, an uptight lawyer, share a sixth-floor apartment in Greenwich Village. Soon after their marriage, Corie tries to find a companion for mother, Ethel, who is now alone, and sets up Ethel with neighbor Victor. Inappropriate behavior on a double date causes conflict, and the young couple considers divorce.
- Who directed Barefoot in the Park?
- Barefoot in the Park was directed by Gene Saks.
- Who stars in Barefoot in the Park?
- Barefoot in the Park stars Robert Redford, Jane Fonda, Charles Boyer, Mildred Natwick, Herb Edelman, Mabel Albertson.
- How long is Barefoot in the Park?
- Barefoot in the Park has a runtime of 1h 46m (106 minutes).
- What genre is Barefoot in the Park?
- Barefoot in the Park is a Comedy, Romance film.
- What is the budget of Barefoot in the Park?
- Barefoot in the Park had a budget of $2M.
- How much did Barefoot in the Park gross?
- Barefoot in the Park grossed $30M worldwide.
- Where was Barefoot in the Park produced?
- Barefoot in the Park was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Barefoot in the Park?
- The themes of Barefoot in the Park include: Wedding Chaos and Romance, Romantic Comedy and Love Sparks, Romantic Mishaps and Awkward Dating, Fun Romantic Stories.