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Still from Arthur — Arthur (1981) — Steve GordonPhotographed by Fred Schuler

Poster for Arthur

Steve Gordon

Arthur

English / 1981 / 1h 37m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Drama Comedy Romance

Letterboxd: 3.36/5·24.1K ratings·4.6K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

Arthur is a 30-year-old child who will inherit $750 million if he complies with his family's demands and marries the woman of their choosing.

Included in
New York Love Stories
Position 4

Credits

Crew

DirectorSteve Gordon

WriterSteve Gordon

CinematographerFred Schuler

ComposerBurt Bacharach, Peter Allen

EditorSusan E. Morse

ProducerRobert Greenhut

Cast

Dudley Mooreas Arthur Bach

Liza Minnellias Linda Marolla

John Gielgudas Hobson

Geraldine Fitzgeraldas Martha Bach

Jill Eikenberryas Susan Johnson

Stephen Elliottas Burt Johnson

Ted Rossas Bitterman

Barney Martinas Ralph Marolla

Thomas Barbouras Stanford Bach

Anne DeSalvoas Gloria

Marjorie Barnesas Hooker

Dillon Evansas Plaza Maitre D'

Maurice Copelandas Uncle Peter

Justine Johnstonas Aunt Pearl

Paul Vincentas Plaza Waiter

Mary Alan Hokansonas Secretary

Paul Gleasonas Executive

Phyllis Somervilleas Saleslady

Irving Metzmanas Security Guard

Joe Doolanas Kid in Street

Arthur (1981) | Criteria