The War of the Roses (1989) movie poster

The War of the Roses (1989)

"Once in a lifetime comes a motion picture that makes you feel like falling in love all over again. This is not that movie."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 76%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 82% (RT: 84%, MC: 80) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyDrama

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Director
Runtime
1h 56m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.9/10 (1,223 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
84%
Metacritic
80
Cast
Michael Douglas as Oliver Rose
Kathleen Turner as Barbara Rose
Danny DeVito as Gavin D'Amato
Sean Astin as Josh at 17
Heather Fairfield as Carolyn at 17
G.D. Spradlin as Harry Thurmont
Peter Donat as Jason Larrabee
Most people think so. 76% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,223 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 82%.
Overview
Barbara and Oliver Rose live happily as a married couple. When Barbara starts to wonder what life would be like without Oliver and likes what she sees, the two begin a campaign to force each other to leave their house, with their divorce lawyer D'Amato caught in the middle. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 1989 among dedicated fans.
  • Danny DeVito cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

The War of the Roses is a 1989 comedy, drama film directed by Danny DeVito. Barbara and Oliver Rose live happily as a married couple. When Barbara starts to wonder what life would be like without Oliver and likes what she sees, the two begin a campaign to force each other to leave their house, with their divorce lawyer D'Amato caught in the middle.

The film has been rated by 1,223 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, The War of the Roses 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 War of the Roses (1989) 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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