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The Main Event

The Main Event

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Main Event
  • Genres: Comedy, Romance
  • Release Date: 1979-06-22
  • Runtime: 112 minutes
  • Rating: 5.2/10 (59 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $44,800,000
  • Production Companies: Barwood Films, Warner Bros. Pictures, First Artists
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 4.4702
  • Languages:

Cast & Crew

Barbra Streisand

Barbra Streisand

as Hillary Kramer

Ryan O'Neal

Ryan O'Neal

as Eddie "Kid Natural" Scanlon

Paul Sand

Paul Sand

as David

Whitman Mayo

Whitman Mayo

as Percy

Patti D'Arbanville

Patti D'Arbanville

as Donna

Chu Chu Malave

Chu Chu Malave

as Luis

Richard Lawson

Richard Lawson

as Hector Mantilla

James Gregory

James Gregory

as Gough

Richard Altman

Richard Altman

as Tour Guide

Seth Banks

Seth Banks

as Newsman

Gallery

Movie sceneMovie scene

Trailers & Clips

The Main Event - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

sportsboxerromcomperfumefinancial ruinboxing managerdriving instructor

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Main Event?â–Ľ

The Main Event is a Comedy, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1979-06-22.

Who are the main actors in The Main Event?â–Ľ

The main cast includes Barbra Streisand, Ryan O'Neal, Paul Sand, Whitman Mayo, Patti D'Arbanville, .

Where can I watch The Main Event online?â–Ľ

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Main Event is available.

Is The Main Event based on a true story?â–Ľ

A Glove Story

What is the IMDb rating of The Main Event?â–Ľ

The Main Event has an IMDb rating of 5.2/10 based on 59 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Main Event?â–Ľ

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $44,800,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Main Event?â–Ľ

The soundtrack was composed by Barwood Films, Warner Bros. Pictures, First Artists. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Main Event filmed?â–Ľ

The Main Event was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Main Event?â–Ľ

The total runtime of The Main Event is 112 minutes.

Is The Main Event suitable for kids?â–Ľ

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

Will there be a sequel to The Main Event?â–Ľ

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Main Event.

Does The Main Event have a post-credit scene?â–Ľ

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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