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Born Yesterday

"Never underestimate the power of an underestimated woman."

March 26, 1993 1h 40m 5.3/10 (94 votes)

Originally released in 1993. Born Yesterday is a comedy/romance film. directed by Luis Mandoki.

Starring Melanie Griffith, John Goodman, and Don Johnson

Synopsis

A rich millionaire hires a sophisticated journalist to bring his somewhat dim-witted girlfriend up to the level of his peers. He fears that the showgirl's lack of etiquette may damage his own social reputation and tries to change her — but fails to realise that her enhanced eloquence will empower her to voice her own strong opinions.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 26, 1993 32 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 5.3/10 Mixed (94 votes)
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Box Office $18M Worldwide gross
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Revenue
$17,952,857

Production Companies

  • Hollywood Pictures
  • Touchwood Pacific Partners 1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Born Yesterday about?

A rich millionaire hires a sophisticated journalist to bring his somewhat dim-witted girlfriend up to the level of his peers. He fears that the showgirl's lack of etiquette may damage his own socia...

Who directed Born Yesterday?

Born Yesterday was directed by Luis Mandoki.

How long is Born Yesterday?

Born Yesterday has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was Born Yesterday released?

Born Yesterday was released on March 26, 1993 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Born Yesterday?

The main cast of Born Yesterday includes Melanie Griffith, John Goodman, Don Johnson, Edward Herrmann, Max Perlich.