L.A. Story
“Something funny is happening in L.A.”
Synopsis
With the help of a talking freeway billboard, a "wacky weatherman" tries to win the heart of an English newspaper reporter, who is struggling to make sense of the strange world of early-90s Los Angeles.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Original vintage trailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-08-27
Top Cast
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Steve Martin
Harris K. Telemacher
Victoria Tennant
Sara McDowel
Richard E. Grant
Roland Mackey
Marilu Henner
Trudi
Sarah Jessica Parker
SanDeE
Susan Forristal
Ariel
Kevin Pollak
Frank Swan
Sam McMurray
Morris Frost
Patrick Stewart
Mr. Perdue
Andrew Amador
Bob, News Anchor
Gail Grate
Gail
Eddie De Harp
Maitre D' at Brunch
M.C. Shan
Rap Waiter at L'Idiot
Frances Fisher
June
Iman
Cynthia
Tommy Hinkley
Ted
Larry Miller
Tom
Anne Crawford
Sharon
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 8, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 1, 1991
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$28.9M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mick Jackson
- Screenplay & Story
- Steve Martin
- Original Score
- Peter Rodgers Melnick
- Original Title
- L.A. Story
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Worldwide Gross
- $28.9M
- Production Studios
- L.A. Films, Carolco Pictures, IndieProd Company Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mick Jackson
Steve Martin
Peter Rodgers Melnick
Andrew Dunn
Richard A. Harris
Michael I. Rachmil, Daniel Melnick, Mario Kassar, Steve Martin
Department Leadership Roster
Rudy Dillon
Costume Design
Richard A. Harris
Editor
Michael I. Rachmil
Producer
Mick Jackson
Director
Steve Martin
Screenplay
Peter Rodgers Melnick
Original Music Composer
Andrew Dunn
Director of Photography
Daniel Melnick
Producer
Lawrence Miller
Production Design
Joe Dunne
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About L.A. Story
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is L.A. Story about?
With the help of a talking freeway billboard, a "wacky weatherman" tries to win the heart of an English newspaper reporter, who is struggling to make sense of the strange world of early-90s Los Angeles.
Who directed L.A. Story?
L.A. Story was directed by Mick Jackson.
Who stars in L.A. Story?
The principal cast of L.A. Story includes Steve Martin, Victoria Tennant, Richard E. Grant, Marilu Henner, Sarah Jessica Parker.
When was L.A. Story released and how long is it?
L.A. Story was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
How much did L.A. Story make at the box office?
L.A. Story grossed $28.9M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for L.A. Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for L.A. Story was composed by Peter Rodgers Melnick.
What is the age rating and content advisory for L.A. Story?
L.A. Story holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).