Cast
Arnold Johnson
as Putney Swope
Stan Gottlieb
as Nathan
Allen Garfield
as Elias, Jr.
Archie Russell
as Joker
Ramon Gordon
as Bissinger
Bert Lawrence
as Hawker
Joe Madden
as Mr. Syllables
Antonio Fargas
as The Arab
Laura Greene
as Mrs. Swope
Allan Arbus
as Mr. Bad News
Pepi Hermine
as President of the United States
Ruth Hermine
as First Lady
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1969
Runtime
1h 25m
Language
English
Rating
6.2 / 10
Production Companies
Herald Productions (II)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Putney Swope?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Putney Swope (1969).
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. and released in 1969. It is a comedy film.
How long is Putney Swope?▼
Putney Swope has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
Who stars in Putney Swope?▼
The cast of Putney Swope includes Arnold Johnson as Putney Swope, Stan Gottlieb as Nathan, Allen Garfield as Elias, Jr., Archie Russell as Joker, Ramon Gordon as Bissinger and more.
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