It is 1967, and Larry Gopnik, a physics professor at a quiet Midwestern university, has just been informed by his wife Judith that she is leaving him. She has fallen in love with one of his more pompous acquaintances Sy Ableman.

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Credits

Crew

DirectorEthan Coen, Joel Coen

WriterJoel Coen, Ethan Coen

CinematographerRoger Deakins

ComposerCarter Burwell

Editor

Ethan Coen, Joel Coen

ProducerEthan Coen, Joel Coen

Cast

Michael Stuhlbargas Larry Gopnik

Richard Kindas Uncle Arthur

Fred Melamedas Sy Ableman

Sari Lennickas Judith Gopnik

Aaron Wolffas Danny Gopnik

Jessica McManusas Sarah Gopnik

Peter Breitmayeras Mr. Brandt

Brent Braunschweigas Mitch Brandt

David Kangas Clive Park

Benjamin Portnoeas Danny's Reefer Buddy

Jack Swileras Boy on Bus

Andrew S. Lentzas Cursing Boy on Bus

Jon Kaminski Jr.as Mike Fagle

Ari Hoptmanas Arlen Finkle

Alan Mandellas Rabbi Marshak

Amy Landeckeras Mrs. Samsky

George Wyneras Rabbi Nachtner

Michael Tezlaas Dr. Sussman

Katherine Borowitzas Friend at the Picnic

Steve Parkas Clive's Father

Double Feature

Streaming now, and why it pairs with this film

Blood Simple1984

Both directed by Joel Coen