Love Story movie poster

Love Story

"Love means never having to say you’re sorry."

December 16, 1970 1h 39m 6.8/10 (721 votes)

Originally released in 1970. Love Story is a romance/drama film. directed by Arthur Hiller.

Starring Ali MacGraw, Ryan O'Neal, and John Marley

Synopsis

Harvard Law student Oliver Barrett IV and music student Jennifer Cavilleri share a chemistry they cannot deny - and a love they cannot ignore. Despite their opposite backgrounds, the young couple put their hearts on the line for each other. When they marry, Oliver's wealthy father threatens to disown him. Jenny tries to reconcile the Barrett men, but to no avail.

Quick Facts

πŸ“…
Release Date December 16, 1970 55 years ago
⏱️
Runtime 1h 39m 99 minutes total
⭐
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (721 votes)
πŸ’°
Budget $2.2M Production budget
🎟️
Box Office $136.4M 62.0x return
🌍
Language English Original language
🎬
Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$2,200,000
Revenue
$136,400,000

Production Companies

  • Paramount Pictures
  • Love Story Company

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Love Story about?

Harvard Law student Oliver Barrett IV and music student Jennifer Cavilleri share a chemistry they cannot deny - and a love they cannot ignore. Despite their opposite backgrounds, the young couple p...

Who directed Love Story?

Love Story was directed by Arthur Hiller.

How long is Love Story?

Love Story has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).

When was Love Story released?

Love Story was released on December 16, 1970 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Love Story?

The main cast of Love Story includes Ali MacGraw, Ryan O'Neal, John Marley, Ray Milland, Russell Nype.

Is Love Story worth watching?

Love Story has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 721 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.