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Starting Over

Starting Over

Phil Potter would like to straighten out his life...one way, or the other.

After divorcing his ambitious singer wife, a middle-aged man begins a new relationship with a teacher.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Starting Over
  • Genres: Comedy, Romance
  • Release Date: 1979-10-05
  • Runtime: 105 minutes
  • Rating: 6.358/10 (60 votes)
  • Budget: $10,000,000
  • Revenue: $35,649,012
  • Production Companies: Paramount Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.175
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Burt Reynolds

Burt Reynolds

as Phil Potter

Jill Clayburgh

Jill Clayburgh

as Marilyn Holmburg

Candice Bergen

Candice Bergen

as Jessica Potter

Charles Durning

Charles Durning

as Michael "Mickey" Potter

Frances Sternhagen

Frances Sternhagen

as Marva Potter

Austin Pendleton

Austin Pendleton

as Paul

Mary Kay Place

Mary Kay Place

as Marie

MacIntyre Dixon

MacIntyre Dixon

as Dan Ryan

Jay O. Sanders

Jay O. Sanders

as Larry

Charles Kimbrough

Charles Kimbrough

as Salesman

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Starting Over (1979) Trailer

Starting Over - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Starting Over?

Starting Over is a Comedy, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1979-10-05.

Who are the main actors in Starting Over?

The main cast includes Burt Reynolds, Jill Clayburgh, Candice Bergen, Charles Durning, Frances Sternhagen, .

Where can I watch Starting Over online?

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

Is Starting Over based on a true story?

Phil Potter would like to straighten out his life...one way, or the other.

What is the IMDb rating of Starting Over?

Starting Over has an IMDb rating of 6.358/10 based on 60 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Starting Over?

The movie had a production budget of $10,000,000 and earned $35,649,012 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Starting Over?

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

Where was Starting Over filmed?

Starting Over was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Starting Over?

The total runtime of Starting Over is 105 minutes.

Is Starting Over suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Starting Over?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Starting Over.

Does Starting Over have a post-credit scene?

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

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