A Small Circle of Friends
“The story of three people and the era that shaped them.”
Synopsis
In the late 1960s, three Harvard students Jessica, Leo and Nick grow close as they undergo personal changes, but their friendship is jeopardized by romantic feelings both men develop for Jessica.
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Brad Davis
Leonardo DaVinci Rizzo
Karen Allen
Jessica Bloom
Jameson Parker
Nick Baxter
Shelley Long
Alice
John Friedrich
Alex Haddox
Gary Springer
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Craig Richard Nelson
Harry Norris
Harry Caesar
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Nan Martin
Mrs. Baxter
Daniel Stern
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Jason Laskay
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Jamie Squire
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Mary Margaret Amato
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David Hollander
Editor of "Crimson"
Frank Rich
Assistant Editor of "Crimson"
Pamela Cresant
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Severn Darden
Art Professor
Nick Cairis
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 12, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rob Cohen
- Screenplay & Story
- Ezra Sachs
- Original Score
- Jim Steinman
- Original Title
- A Small Circle of Friends
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rob Cohen
Ezra Sachs
Jim Steinman
Michael C. Butler
Randy Roberts
Tim Zinnemann
Department Leadership Roster
Rob Cohen
Director
Randy Roberts
Editor
Joel Schiller
Production Design
Ezra Sachs
Writer
Jim Steinman
Original Music Composer
Michael C. Butler
Director of Photography
Linda Serijan
Costume Design
Tim Zinnemann
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Small Circle of Friends
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What is A Small Circle of Friends about?
In the late 1960s, three Harvard students Jessica, Leo and Nick grow close as they undergo personal changes, but their friendship is jeopardized by romantic feelings both men develop for Jessica.
Who directed A Small Circle of Friends?
A Small Circle of Friends was directed by Rob Cohen.
Who stars in A Small Circle of Friends?
The principal cast of A Small Circle of Friends includes Brad Davis, Karen Allen, Jameson Parker, Shelley Long, John Friedrich.
When was A Small Circle of Friends released and how long is it?
A Small Circle of Friends was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 53m.
Who composed the musical score for A Small Circle of Friends?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Small Circle of Friends was composed by Jim Steinman.