---
title: "Breakfast at Tiffany's"
year: 1961
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/breakfast-at-tiffany-s-1961"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 164
imdb_id: "tt0054698"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 115
community_rating: 7.6
vote_count: 4513
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/breakfast-at-tiffany-s-1961

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

"Breakfast at Tiffany's" is a film set in New York City. The story revolves around Holly Golightly, a woman described as eccentric and a playgirl. She is determined to marry a Brazilian millionaire. Her life becomes complicated when Paul Varjak, a young writer, moves into her apartment building.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An eccentric New York City playgirl aims to marry a Brazilian millionaire until a writer moves in."

### Why Watch
- Audrey Hepburn stars as Holly Golightly
- Directed by Blake Edwards

### Caveats & Content Note
- The past threatens the main characters
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains romantic and dramatic themes suitable for general audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: romantic, comedy, drama, classic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Kanopy, Hoopla | JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, ITVX Premium, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | ITVX, YouTube Free | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | BINGE, Foxtel Now | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Blake Edwards
- **Networks / Studios**: Paramount Pictures, Jurow-Shepherd

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Audrey Hepburn** as *Holly Golightly*
- **George Peppard** as *Paul Varjak*
- **Patricia Neal** as *2E Failenson*
- **Buddy Ebsen** as *Doc Golightly*
- **Martin Balsam** as *O.J. Berman*
- **José Luis de Vilallonga** as *José da Silva Pereira*
- **John McGiver** as *Tiffany's Salesman*
- **Alan Reed** as *Sally Tomato*
- **Dorothy Whitney** as *Mag Wildwood*
- **Beverly Powers** as *Nightclub Stripper*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was the film released?
It was released on October 6, 1961.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Blake Edwards.

### Q: Who wrote the screenplay?
The screenplay was written by George Axelrod.

### Q: What is the film's genre?
It is a romantic comedy and drama film.

### Q: Who stars in the film?
Audrey Hepburn stars as Holly Golightly.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*