Taking Off(1971)
“"Taking Off" is about people. People like your neighbor. People like the family down the street. People like yourself.”
Overview
Unable to deal with her parents, Jeannie Tyne runs away from home. Larry and Lynn Tyne search for her, and in the process meet other people whose children ran away. With their children gone, the parents are now free to rediscover/enjoy life.
Director
Miloš Forman
Studio
Crown-Hausman
Cast
Lynn Carlin
as Lynn Tyne
Buck Henry
as Larry Tyne
Georgia Engel
as Margot
Tony Harvey
as Tony
Audra Lindley
as Ann Lockston
Paul Benedict
as Ben Lockston
Vincent Schiavelli
as Schiavelli
David Gittler
as Jamie
Ike Turner
as Self
Tina Turner
as Self
Linnea Heacock
as Jeannie Tyne
Rae Allen
as Mrs. Divito
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1971
Runtime
1h 33m
Language
English
Rating
6.9 / 10
Production Companies
Crown-Hausman • Renn Productions • Universal Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Taking Off?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Taking Off (1971).
What is Taking Off about?▼
Unable to deal with her parents, Jeannie Tyne runs away from home. Larry and Lynn Tyne search for her, and in the process meet other people whose children ran away. With their children gone, the parents are now free to rediscover/enjoy life.
Who directed Taking Off?▼
Taking Off was directed by Miloš Forman and released in 1971. It is a music, comedy, drama film.
How long is Taking Off?▼
Taking Off has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
Who stars in Taking Off?▼
The cast of Taking Off includes Lynn Carlin as Lynn Tyne, Buck Henry as Larry Tyne, Georgia Engel as Margot, Tony Harvey as Tony, Audra Lindley as Ann Lockston and more.
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