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48% Critic Match
Oliver's Story
“It takes someone very special to help you forget someone very special.”
4.8 / 10• 1978• 1h 31m•PG• English
DramaRomance
Storyline
Oliver Barrett IV is emotionally devastated by the death of his wife Jenny, and, while he tries to lose himself in his work as a lawyer, the long hours don't ease his pain, especially when he finds that his leftist views conflict with those of the senior partners at the firm. Eventually, Oliver's inconsolable grief begins to alienate those around him, until he finds new love with Marcie Bonwit, the wealthy and beautiful heiress to the Bonwit Teller fortune. Despite his affection for her, Oliver finds it difficult to leave the memory of Jenny behind, which causes major problems in their relationship.
Cast & Crew
Ryan O'Neal
Oliver Barrett IV
Lead
Candice Bergen
Marcie Bonwit
Nicola Pagett
Joanna Stone
Edward Binns
Phil Cavilleri
Benson Fong
John Hsiang
Charles Haid
Stephen Simpson
Kenneth McMillan
Jamie Francis
Ray Milland
Oliver Barrett III
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. John Korty's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Oliver's Story is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
