Oliver's Story
"It takes someone very special to help you forget someone very special."
Originally released in 1978. Oliver's Story is a drama/romance film. directed by John Korty.
Starring Ryan O'Neal, Candice Bergen, and Nicola Pagett
Synopsis
Oliver Barrett IV is emotionally devastated by the death of his wife Jenny, and, while he tries to lose himself in his work as a lawyer, the long hours don't ease his pain, especially when he finds that his leftist views conflict with those of the senior partners at the firm. Eventually, Oliver's inconsolable grief begins to alienate those around him, until he finds new love with Marcie Bonwit, the wealthy and beautiful heiress to the Bonwit Teller fortune. Despite his affection for her, Oliver finds it difficult to leave the memory of Jenny behind, which causes major problems in their relationship.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 15, 1978
47 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
4.6/10
Mixed (27 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ryan O'Neal
as Oliver Barrett IV
Candice Bergen
as Marcie Bonwit
Nicola Pagett
as Joanna Stone
Edward Binns
as Phil Cavilleri
Benson Fong
as John Hsiang
Charles Haid
as Stephen Simpson
Kenneth McMillan
as Jamie Francis
Ray Milland
as Oliver Barrett III
Josef Sommer
as Dr. Dienhart
Swoosie Kurtz
as Gwen Simpson
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oliver's Story about?
Oliver Barrett IV is emotionally devastated by the death of his wife Jenny, and, while he tries to lose himself in his work as a lawyer, the long hours don't ease his pain, especially when he finds...
Who directed Oliver's Story?
Oliver's Story was directed by John Korty.
How long is Oliver's Story?
Oliver's Story has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was Oliver's Story released?
Oliver's Story was released on December 15, 1978 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Oliver's Story?
The main cast of Oliver's Story includes Ryan O'Neal, Candice Bergen, Nicola Pagett, Edward Binns, Benson Fong.