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The World According to Garp (1982)

"Robin Williams is Garp. He's got a funny way of looking at life."

6.719822h 16mEN
DramaComedy

Directed by George Roy Hill

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

2h 16m

Language

EN

Release

July 23, 1982

Director

George Roy Hill

Official Trailer

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Overview

A struggling young writer finds his life and work dominated by his unfaithful wife and his radical feminist mother, whose best-selling manifesto turns her into a cultural icon.

Cast

Robin Williams

Robin Williams

T.S. Garp

Mary Beth Hurt

Mary Beth Hurt

Helen Holm

Glenn Close

Glenn Close

Jenny Fields

John Lithgow

John Lithgow

Roberta Muldoon

Hume Cronyn

Hume Cronyn

Mr. Fields

Jessica Tandy

Jessica Tandy

Mrs. Fields

Swoosie Kurtz

Swoosie Kurtz

The Hooker

Brenda Currin

Brenda Currin

Pooh

Peter Michael Goetz

Peter Michael Goetz

John Wolfe

Jenny Wright

Jenny Wright

Cushie

John Irving

John Irving

Referee

Amanda Plummer

Amanda Plummer

Ellen James

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The World According to Garp (1982), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A struggling young writer finds his life and work dominated by his unfaithful wife and his radical feminist mother, whose best-selling manifesto turns her into a cultural icon.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The World According to Garp. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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