The Paper Chase
"You may be looking at a future President, Supreme Court Justice, Secretary of State or a dropout."
Originally released in 1973. The Paper Chase is a drama film. directed by James Bridges.
Starring Timothy Bottoms, Lindsay Wagner, and John Houseman
Synopsis
A first-year law student struggles with balancing his coursework and his relationship with the daughter of a stern professor.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 16, 1973
52 years ago
Runtime
1h 53m
113 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (113 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Timothy Bottoms
as James T. Hart
Lindsay Wagner
as Susan Fields
John Houseman
as Charles W. Kingsfield Jr.
Graham Beckel
as Franklin Ford III
James Naughton
as Kevin Brooks
Edward Herrmann
as Thomas Craig Anderson
Craig Richard Nelson
as Willis Bell
Robert Lydiard
as O'Connor
Lenny Baker
as William Moss
David Clennon
as Toombs
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Thompson-Paul Productions
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Paper Chase about?
A first-year law student struggles with balancing his coursework and his relationship with the daughter of a stern professor.
Who directed The Paper Chase?
The Paper Chase was directed by James Bridges.
How long is The Paper Chase?
The Paper Chase has a runtime of 1 hours and 53 minutes (113 minutes total).
When was The Paper Chase released?
The Paper Chase was released on October 16, 1973 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Paper Chase?
The main cast of The Paper Chase includes Timothy Bottoms, Lindsay Wagner, John Houseman, Graham Beckel, James Naughton.
Is The Paper Chase worth watching?
The Paper Chase has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 113 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.