Grey Gardens movie poster

Grey Gardens

"She was the girl who had everything - Money, good looks and social position. Her mother - a classic Bouvier beauty. Now they are living amongst the souvenirs of their lives. In Grey Gardens. This is their story. A love story. Sort of."

February 19, 1976 1h 35m 7.3/10 (242 votes)

Originally released in 1976. Grey Gardens is a documentary film. directed by Muffie Meyer.

Starring Edith Bouvier Beale, Edith Ewing Bouvier Beale, and Brooks Hyers

Synopsis

Edie Bouvier Beale and her mother, Edith, two aging, eccentric relatives of Jackie Kennedy Onassis, are the sole inhabitants of a Long Island estate. The women reveal themselves to be misfits with outsized, engaging personalities. Much of the conversation is centered on their pasts, as mother and daughter now rarely leave home.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 19, 1976 49 years ago
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Runtime 1h 35m 95 minutes total
User Rating 7.3/10 Great (242 votes)
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Box Office $31K 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
$30,966

Production Companies

  • Portrait Films
  • Maysles Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Grey Gardens about?

Edie Bouvier Beale and her mother, Edith, two aging, eccentric relatives of Jackie Kennedy Onassis, are the sole inhabitants of a Long Island estate. The women reveal themselves to be misfits with ...

Who directed Grey Gardens?

Grey Gardens was directed by Muffie Meyer.

How long is Grey Gardens?

Grey Gardens has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).

When was Grey Gardens released?

Grey Gardens was released on February 19, 1976 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Grey Gardens?

The main cast of Grey Gardens includes Edith Bouvier Beale, Edith Ewing Bouvier Beale, Brooks Hyers, Norman Vincent Peale, Jack Helmuth.

Is Grey Gardens worth watching?

Grey Gardens has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 242 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.