One Potato, Two Potato
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Synopsis
Study of interracial marriage in the 1960s. A white divorcée falls in love with and marries an African-American man. When her ex-husband sues for custody of her child, arguing that a mixed household is an improper place to raise the girl, the new husband fights for his parental rights in court, fighting against a judge who represents the prejudices of the era.
Top Cast
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Barbara Barrie
Julie Cullen Richards
Bernie Hamilton
Frank Richards
Richard Mulligan
Joe Cullen
Harry Bellaver
Judge Warren Powell
Marti Mericka
Ellen Mary Cullen
Robert Earl Jones
William Richards
Vinnette Carroll
Martha Richards
Anthony Spinelli
Johnny Hruska
Faith Burwell
Ann Hruska
Michael Shane
Jordan Hollis
Jack Stamberger
Minister
Release History & Theatrical Window
Source: IMDB (Cannes Film Festival)
Festival / Special Debut
July 29, 1964
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 17, 2021
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Larry Peerce
- Screenplay & Story
- Orville H. Hampton, Raphael Hayes
- Original Score
- Gerald Fried
- Original Title
- One Potato, Two Potato
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Bawalco Picture Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Larry Peerce
Orville H. Hampton, Raphael Hayes
Gerald Fried
Andrew Laszlo
Robert Fritch
Anthony Spinelli, Stephen Shalom
Department Leadership Roster
Larry Peerce
Director
Orville H. Hampton
Screenplay
Raphael Hayes
Screenplay
Andrew Laszlo
Director of Photography
Anthony Spinelli
Producer
Gerald Fried
Original Music Composer
Robert Fritch
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About One Potato, Two Potato
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What is One Potato, Two Potato about?
Study of interracial marriage in the 1960s. A white divorcée falls in love with and marries an African-American man. When her ex-husband sues for custody of her child, arguing that a mixed household is an improper place to raise the girl, the new husband fights for his parental rights in court, fighting against a judge who represents the prejudices of the era.
Who directed One Potato, Two Potato?
One Potato, Two Potato was directed by Larry Peerce.
Who stars in One Potato, Two Potato?
The principal cast of One Potato, Two Potato includes Barbara Barrie, Bernie Hamilton, Richard Mulligan, Harry Bellaver, Marti Mericka.
When was One Potato, Two Potato released and how long is it?
One Potato, Two Potato was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for One Potato, Two Potato?
The original motion picture soundtrack for One Potato, Two Potato was composed by Gerald Fried.