Putney Swope
"Up Madison Ave."
Originally released in 1969. Putney Swope is a comedy film. directed by Robert Downey Sr.. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Arnold Johnson, Stan Gottlieb, and Allen Garfield
Synopsis
Swope—the only black man on the executive board of an advertising firm—is accidentally put in charge after the death of the chairman.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 10, 1969
56 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (75 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Herald Productions (II)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Putney Swope about?
Swope—the only black man on the executive board of an advertising firm—is accidentally put in charge after the death of the chairman.
Who directed Putney Swope?
Putney Swope was directed by Robert Downey Sr..
How long is Putney Swope?
Putney Swope has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Putney Swope released?
Putney Swope was released on July 10, 1969 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Putney Swope?
The main cast of Putney Swope includes Arnold Johnson, Stan Gottlieb, Allen Garfield, Archie Russell, Ramon Gordon.