The Main Event (1979)
A Glove Story
A bankrupt entrepreneur attempts to recoup some of her losses by getting a washed-out boxer she picked up as a tax loss back into the ring — an idea her protégé isn't fond of.
Director: Howard Zieff
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Runtime: 112 min
Release Date: June 22, 1979
Cast
- Barbra Streisand - Hillary Kramer
- Ryan O'Neal - Eddie "Kid Natural" Scanlon
- Paul Sand - David
- Whitman Mayo - Percy
- Patti D'Arbanville - Donna
- Chu Chu Malave - Luis
- Richard Lawson - Hector Mantilla
- James Gregory - Gough
- Richard Altman - Tour Guide
- Seth Banks - Newsman
Screenplay
- Andrew Smith (Screenplay)
- Gail Parent (Screenplay)
Music: Michael Melvoin
Cinematography: Mario Tosi
Editing: Edward Warschilka
Production: Barwood Films, Warner Bros. Pictures, First Artists
Country: United States of America
Box Office: $45M
Original Language: en
Themes
Romantic Comedy and Love Sparks, Fun Romantic Stories
Keywords
sports, boxer, romcom, perfume, financial ruin, boxing manager, driving instructor
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Main Event about?
- A bankrupt entrepreneur attempts to recoup some of her losses by getting a washed-out boxer she picked up as a tax loss back into the ring — an idea her protégé isn't fond of.
- Who directed The Main Event?
- The Main Event was directed by Howard Zieff.
- Who stars in The Main Event?
- The Main Event stars Barbra Streisand, Ryan O'Neal, Paul Sand, Whitman Mayo, Patti D'Arbanville, Chu Chu Malave.
- How long is The Main Event?
- The Main Event has a runtime of 1h 52m (112 minutes).
- What genre is The Main Event?
- The Main Event is a Comedy, Romance film.
- How much did The Main Event gross?
- The Main Event grossed $45M worldwide.
- Where was The Main Event produced?
- The Main Event was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of The Main Event?
- The themes of The Main Event include: Romantic Comedy and Love Sparks, Fun Romantic Stories.