The Absent-Minded Waiter
Synopsis
Bernie Cates requests the services of the most absent-minded waiter he's ever seen, who pours water before setting the glasses, endlessly repeats questions, brings wrong orders, and ruins everything- but the bill.
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The Absent Minded Waiter (1977) Steve Martin short [4K] [FTD-1250]
Type: Clip • Published 2023-09-02
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 13, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Carl Gottlieb
- Screenplay & Story
- Steve Martin
- Original Score
- Marvin Hamlisch
- Original Title
- The Absent-Minded Waiter
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 7m
- Production Studios
- Aspen Film Society, Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Carl Gottlieb
Steve Martin
Marvin Hamlisch
William E. McEuen
Department Leadership Roster
Carl Gottlieb
Director
Steve Martin
Writer
William E. McEuen
Producer
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is The Absent-Minded Waiter about?
Bernie Cates requests the services of the most absent-minded waiter he's ever seen, who pours water before setting the glasses, endlessly repeats questions, brings wrong orders, and ruins everything- but the bill.
Who directed The Absent-Minded Waiter?
The Absent-Minded Waiter was directed by Carl Gottlieb.
Who stars in The Absent-Minded Waiter?
The principal cast of The Absent-Minded Waiter includes Steve Martin, Teri Garr, Buck Henry, Naomi Stevens, Ivor Barry.
When was The Absent-Minded Waiter released and how long is it?
The Absent-Minded Waiter was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 7m.
Who composed the musical score for The Absent-Minded Waiter?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Absent-Minded Waiter was composed by Marvin Hamlisch.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Absent-Minded Waiter?
The Absent-Minded Waiter holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).