Modern Problems
"Chevy has the power to make this Christmas the funniest ever!"
Originally released in 1981. Modern Problems is a comedy/science fiction film. directed by Ken Shapiro. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Chevy Chase, Patti D'Arbanville, and Dabney Coleman
Synopsis
Jealous, harried air traffic controller Max Fielder, recently dumped by his girlfriend, comes into contact with nuclear waste and is granted the power of telekinesis, which he uses to not only win her back, but to gain a little revenge.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 25, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (93 votes)
Budget
$8M
Production budget
Box Office
$26.2M
3.3x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $8,000,000
- Revenue
- $26,154,211
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Modern Problems about?
Jealous, harried air traffic controller Max Fielder, recently dumped by his girlfriend, comes into contact with nuclear waste and is granted the power of telekinesis, which he uses to not only win ...
Who directed Modern Problems?
Modern Problems was directed by Ken Shapiro.
How long is Modern Problems?
Modern Problems has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was Modern Problems released?
Modern Problems was released on December 25, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Modern Problems?
The main cast of Modern Problems includes Chevy Chase, Patti D'Arbanville, Dabney Coleman, Mary Kay Place, Nell Carter.