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Oliver's Story
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Oliver's Story

1978-12-15 · 91 min · ★ 4.8

Drama · Romance

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.

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Directors
John Korty
Production companies
Paramount Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Ryan O'NealRyan O'NealOliver Barrett IV
Candice BergenCandice BergenMarcie Bonwit
Nicola PagettNicola PagettJoanna Stone
Edward BinnsEdward BinnsPhil Cavilleri
Benson FongBenson FongJohn Hsiang
Charles HaidCharles HaidStephen Simpson
Kenneth McMillanKenneth McMillanJamie Francis
Ray MillandRay MillandOliver Barrett III
Josef SommerJosef SommerDr. Dienhart
Swoosie KurtzSwoosie KurtzGwen Simpson
Sully BoyarSully BoyarAlbert Gentilano
Beatrice WindeBeatrice WindeWaltereen
Deborah RushDeborah RushGirl in Bar
Meg Mundy
Sol Schwade
Cynthia McPherson
Gloria IrizarryGloria Irizarry
Ann RisleyAnn Risley
Louis TurenneLouis Turenne

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