---
title: "The Heartbreak Kid"
year: 1972
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-heartbreak-kid-1972"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 40687
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Heartbreak Kid (1972) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-heartbreak-kid-1972

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Heartbreak Kid is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Romance, Comedy.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A newlywed man realizes he made a terrible mistake on his honeymoon."

### Why Watch
- directed by Elaine May
- written by Neil Simon
- starring Charles Grodin and Cybill Shepherd

### Caveats & Content Note
- features a needy and unsophisticated honeymoon partner
- Tone & Suitability: This is a romantic black comedy film.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: romantic, comedy, black comedy

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the title of the film?
The film is titled The Heartbreak Kid.

### Q: When was the film released in the US?
The film was released on 12/17/1972.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Elaine May.

### Q: Who wrote the film?
The film was written by Neil Simon.

### Q: Who stars in the film?
The film stars Charles Grodin, Cybill Shepherd, Jeannie Berlin, Audra Lindley, Eddie Albert, and Doris Roberts.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Heartbreak Kid — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/40687)
- [The Heartbreak Kid (1972 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Heartbreak_Kid_(1972_film))

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