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Where’s Poppa? 1970

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What is Where’s Poppa??

Where’s Poppa? is a 1970 American black comedy film based on the novel by Robert Klane, directed as a feature with a runtime of 1 hour and 22 minutes.

Type
Film
Year
1970
Status
Released
Runtime
82 minutes
Release date
Nov 10, 1970
Studios
The Where's Poppa Company
Genres
Comedy
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80 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.4/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.3/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Comedy

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Where’s Poppa? is a 1970 American black comedy film based on the novel by Robert Klane, directed as a feature with a runtime of 1 hour and 22 minutes. The film stars George Segal, Ruth Gordon, Ron Leibman, and Trish Van Devere, following a New York attorney named Gordon Hocheiser who navigates a troubled relationship with his aging, senile mother while attempting to pursue a romance with Louise Callan.

The film fits into the black comedy genre, exploring eccentricities and family obligations with a runtime of 82 minutes. It is recognized as a 1970 release distributed in the United States with an R rating.

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Should you watch it?

“A New York attorney schemes to eliminate his senile mother to keep his dream girl.”

Reasons to watch
  • Features performances by George Segal, Ruth Gordon, Ron Leibman, and Trish Van Devere.
  • Based on the 1970 novel by Robert Klane.
  • Offers a comedic look at a troubled relationship between a lawyer and his aging mother.
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  • The plot revolves around dark comedic themes regarding an aging, senile mother and her son's extreme schemes.

Watch it if you enjoy 1970s black comedies dealing with eccentric family dynamics.

It is a 1970 American black comedy film with a runtime of 1 hour and 22 minutes.

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Streaming availability can be checked on platforms that currently list the movie, as some services offer watch options.

Is Where’s Poppa? (1970) worth watching?

The film features a cast including George Segal and Ruth Gordon in a black comedy based on Robert Klane's novel.

What is the runtime or binge duration of Where’s Poppa?

The film has a total runtime of 1 hour and 22 minutes.

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Where’s Poppa? is a feature-length film rather than a television series, so it has no episodes.

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