They're Playing Our Song
Synopsis
In a story based on the real-life relationship of Marvin Hamlisch and Carol Bayer Sager, a wisecracking composer finds a new, offbeat lyricist, but initially the match is not one made in heaven. The two undergo a series of trials and overcome a number of hurdles before finding true love by the final curtain.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 11, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Moore
- Screenplay & Story
- Neil Simon, Carole Bayer Sager
- Original Score
- Marvin Hamlisch
- Original Title
- They're Playing Our Song
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Production Studios
- Broadway
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Moore
Neil Simon, Carole Bayer Sager
Marvin Hamlisch
Emanuel Azenberg
Department Leadership Roster
Emanuel Azenberg
Producer
Robert Moore
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About They're Playing Our Song
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What is They're Playing Our Song about?
In a story based on the real-life relationship of Marvin Hamlisch and Carol Bayer Sager, a wisecracking composer finds a new, offbeat lyricist, but initially the match is not one made in heaven. The two undergo a series of trials and overcome a number of hurdles before finding true love by the final curtain.
Who directed They're Playing Our Song?
They're Playing Our Song was directed by Robert Moore.
Who stars in They're Playing Our Song?
The principal cast of They're Playing Our Song includes Lucie Arnaz, Robert Klein.
When was They're Playing Our Song released and how long is it?
They're Playing Our Song was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 2h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for They're Playing Our Song?
The original motion picture soundtrack for They're Playing Our Song was composed by Marvin Hamlisch.
What is the age rating and content advisory for They're Playing Our Song?
They're Playing Our Song holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).