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Real Life

Real Life

Real Life
1979 1h 39m6.5

Real Life

“An American Comedy”

Comedy
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A pushy, narcissistic filmmaker persuades a Phoenix family to let him and his crew film their everyday lives, in the manner of the ground-breaking PBS series "An American Family".

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DirectorAlbert Brooks
ScreenplayMonica Johnson, Albert Brooks, Harry Shearer
StatusReleased
ReleasedMarch 2, 1979
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime1h 39m
BudgetN/A
Revenue$364,642
Rating⭐ 6.5 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.0 / 10
Votes89
GenresComedy
StudioParamount Pictures

Photos17

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Cast

Albert Brooks

Albert Brooks

Albert Brooks

Charles Grodin

Charles Grodin

Warren Yeager

Frances Lee McCain

Frances Lee McCain

Jeannette Yeager

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Lisa Urette

Lisa Yeager

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Robert Stirrat

Eric Yeager

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Matthew Tobin

Dr. Howard Hill

J.A. Preston

J.A. Preston

Dr. Ted Cleary

Mort Lindsey

Mort Lindsey

Mort Lindsey

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Joseph Schaffler

Paul Lowell - Realtor

🎭

Phyllis Quinn

Donna Stanley - Gift Shop Owner

James Ritz

James Ritz

Jack from Cincinnati

🎭

Clifford Einstein

Role Reversal Family Father

🎭

Harold Einstein

Role Reversal Family Son

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Mandy Einstein

Role Reversal Family Mother

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Karen Einstein

Role Reversal Family Daughter

James L. Brooks

James L. Brooks

Driving Evaluator

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Zeke Manners

Driver in Evaluation

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Dudley DeZonia

Andrew Felton - Alternate Family Father

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Barbara DeZonia

Felton Family Member

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Carolyn Silas

Felton Family Member

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Adam Grant

Felton Family Member

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Belle Richter

Jeanette's Mother

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Jerry Jensen

Jeanette's Father

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Michele Grace

Dr. Rennert's Nurse

Thelma Leeds

Thelma Leeds

Margaret - Dr. Rennert's Patient

Johnny Haymer

Johnny Haymer

Dr. Maxwell Rennert

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Nudie

Horse Owner

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Charles H. Reid

Assistant Surgeon

🎭

Susan Clark

Veterinary Nurse

🎭

Ward Rodgers

Minister

David Spielberg

David Spielberg

Dr. Jeremy Nolan

Julie Payne

Julie Payne

Dr. Anne Kramer

🎭

Jennings Lang

Martin Brand (voice)

🎭

Leo McElroy

Jim Sanders - Channel 5 Reporter

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Carlos Jurado

Reporter

🎭

S.W. Smith

2nd Reporter

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Fred Wolfson

3rd Reporter

Norman Bartold

Norman Bartold

Dr. Isaac Steven Hayward

Harry Shearer

Harry Shearer

Pete - Cameraman / Radio Announcer

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Dick Haynes

Councilman Edmund Harris

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Frequently Asked Questions about Real Life

Where can I watch Real Life?

Real Life (1979) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is Real Life about?

A pushy, narcissistic filmmaker persuades a Phoenix family to let him and his crew film their everyday lives, in the manner of the ground-breaking PBS series "An American Family".

Who directed Real Life?

Real Life (1979) was directed by Albert Brooks. The film is a Comedy production with a runtime of 1h 39m, rated 6.5/10.

How long is Real Life?

Real Life runs 1h 39m (99 minutes total). Audience rating: 6.5/10 from 89 votes. Genre: Comedy.

Is Real Life worth watching?

Real Life is rated 6.5/10 by 89 viewers — decent with mixed reception. A good pick for Comedy fans.