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Paper Moon 1973

“As P.T. Barnum put it, "There's a sucker born every minute."”

Status
Released
Runtime
102 minutes
Director
Peter Bogdanovich
Networks
The Directors Company, Saticoy Productions, Paramount Pictures
★ TMDB users: 7.9/10 PG ComedyCrimeDrama Released
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What is Paper Moon?

Paper Moon is a film first released in 1973. Catalogued under Comedy, Crime, Drama.

Type
Film
Year
1973
Status
Released
Runtime
102 minutes
Release date
May 9, 1973
Studios
The Directors Company, Saticoy Productions, Paramount Pictures
Genres
Comedy, Crime, Drama
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.9/10
Episode runtime
~102 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
The Directors Company, Saticoy Productions, Paramount Pictures

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Paper Moon is a film first released in 1973. Catalogued under Comedy, Crime, Drama. Produced and broadcast by The Directors Company, Saticoy Productions, Paramount Pictures. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A con man and a mysterious girl team up during the Great Depression.”

Reasons to watch
  • Black‑white cinematography adds period charm
  • Stars real‑life father and daughter Ryan and Tatum O'Neal
  • Mixes humor with a road‑trip crime plot
Keep in mind
  • Black‑and‑white picture may not appeal to all viewers
  • Its 1970s style can feel dated to modern audiences

Watch it if you enjoy witty period pieces with off‑beat characters.

The PG rating indicates mild language and era‑appropriate themes suitable for most viewers.

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What time period does Paper Moon take place in?

The story is set during the Great Depression in the United States.

Who directed Paper Moon?

Peter Bogdanovich directed the film.

Who are the lead actors?

Ryan O'Neal and his daughter Tatum O'Neal play the main roles.

What genres describe Paper Moon?

It blends comedy, crime and drama.

What is the film’s rating?

Paper Moon is rated PG.

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