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The Prisoner of Second Avenue

The Prisoner of Second Avenue

...and you think you've got problems.

Mel Edison has just lost his job after many years and now has to cope with being unemployed at middle age during an intense NYC heat wave.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Prisoner of Second Avenue
  • Genres: Comedy
  • Release Date: 1975-03-14
  • Runtime: 98 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (67 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.7847
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Jack Lemmon

Jack Lemmon

as Mel Edison

Anne Bancroft

Anne Bancroft

as Edna Edison

Gene Saks

Gene Saks

as Harry Edison

Elizabeth Wilson

Elizabeth Wilson

as Pauline

Florence Stanley

Florence Stanley

as Pearl

Maxine Stuart

Maxine Stuart

as Belle

Ed Peck

Ed Peck

as Man Upstairs

Gene Blakely

Gene Blakely

as Charlie

Ivor Francis

Ivor Francis

as Psychiatrist

Stack Pierce

Stack Pierce

as Detective

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Prisoner of Second Avenue (1975) ORIGINAL TRAILER

The Prisoner Of Second Avenue - Trailer

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Keywords

new york cityneighbornervous breakdownunemploymentheatwave

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Prisoner of Second Avenue?

The Prisoner of Second Avenue is a Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1975-03-14.

Who are the main actors in The Prisoner of Second Avenue?

The main cast includes Jack Lemmon, Anne Bancroft, Gene Saks, Elizabeth Wilson, Florence Stanley, .

Where can I watch The Prisoner of Second Avenue online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Prisoner of Second Avenue is available.

Is The Prisoner of Second Avenue based on a true story?

...and you think you've got problems.

What is the IMDb rating of The Prisoner of Second Avenue?

The Prisoner of Second Avenue has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 67 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Prisoner of Second Avenue?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Prisoner of Second Avenue?

The soundtrack was composed by Warner Bros. Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Prisoner of Second Avenue filmed?

The Prisoner of Second Avenue was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Prisoner of Second Avenue?

The total runtime of The Prisoner of Second Avenue is 98 minutes.

Is The Prisoner of Second Avenue suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Prisoner of Second Avenue?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Prisoner of Second Avenue.

Does The Prisoner of Second Avenue have a post-credit scene?

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