The Odd Couple (1968) movie poster

The Odd Couple (1968)

"...say no more."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 71%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 92% (RT: 97%, MC: 86) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Comedy

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Director
Runtime
1h 46m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.4/10 (636 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
97%
Metacritic
86
Cast
Jack Lemmon as Felix Ungar
Walter Matthau as Oscar Madison
John Fiedler as Vinnie
Herb Edelman as Murray
Monica Evans as Cecily
Carole Shelley as Gwendolyn
Iris Adrian as Waitress
Most people think so. 71% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 636 votes. Critics rated it higher at 92%, but audiences were less impressed.
Overview
In New York, Felix, a neurotic news writer who just broke up with his wife, is urged by his chaotic friend Oscar, a sports journalist, to move in with him, but their lifestyles are as different as night and day are, so Felix's ideas about housekeeping soon begin to irritate Oscar. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 1968 among dedicated fans.
  • Gene Saks cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The iconic poster for The Odd Couple was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

The Odd Couple is a 1968 comedy film directed by Gene Saks. In New York, Felix, a neurotic news writer who just broke up with his wife, is urged by his chaotic friend Oscar, a sports journalist, to move in with him, but their lifestyles are as different as night and day are, so Felix's ideas about housekeeping soon begin to irritate Oscar. The film has been rated by 636 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, The Odd Couple delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Odd Couple (1968) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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