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The Landlord

"Watch the landlord get his."

May 20, 1970 1h 52m 5.8/10 (48 votes)

Originally released in 1970. The Landlord is a comedy/drama film. directed by Hal Ashby.

Starring Beau Bridges, Lee Grant, and Diana Sands

Synopsis

At the age of twenty-nine, Elgar Enders "runs away" from home. This running away consists of buying a building in a black ghetto in the Park Slope section of Brooklyn. Initially, his intention is to evict the black tenants and convert the building into a posh flat. But Elgar is not one to be bound by yesterday's urges, and soon he has other thoughts on his mind.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 20, 1970 55 years ago
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Runtime 1h 52m 112 minutes total
User Rating 5.8/10 Mixed (48 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • The Mirisch Company
  • Cartier Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Landlord about?

At the age of twenty-nine, Elgar Enders "runs away" from home. This running away consists of buying a building in a black ghetto in the Park Slope section of Brooklyn. Initially, his intention is t...

Who directed The Landlord?

The Landlord was directed by Hal Ashby.

How long is The Landlord?

The Landlord has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).

When was The Landlord released?

The Landlord was released on May 20, 1970 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Landlord?

The main cast of The Landlord includes Beau Bridges, Lee Grant, Diana Sands, Pearl Bailey, Walter Brooke.