The Competition
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Synopsis
The movie centers on a piano competition whose winner is assured of success. It is Paul's last chance to compete, but newcomer Heidi may be a better pianist. Can romance be far away? Will she take a dive despite the pressure to win from her teacher, Greta, or will she condemn Paul to obscurity?
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Competition 1981 TV trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-11-20
Top Cast
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Richard Dreyfuss
Paul Dietrich
Amy Irving
Heidi Joan Schoonover
Lee Remick
Greta Vandemann
Sam Wanamaker
Andrew Erskine
Joseph Cali
Jerry DiSalvo
Ty Henderson
Michael Humphries
Vicki Kriegler
Tatjana Baronova
Bea Silvern
Madame Gorshev
Philip Sterling
Mr. Dietrich
Gloria Stroock
Mrs. Dietrich
James B. Sikking
Brudenell
Jimmy Sturtevant
Vinnie DiSalvo
Priscilla Pointer
Mrs. Donellan
Delia Salvi
Mrs. DiSalvo
Robert Vega
Contreras
Ross Evans
Judge Heimling
Laurie Main
Judge Wyeth
Ronald F. Hoiseck
Judge Pyck
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 3, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joel Oliansky
- Screenplay & Story
- Joel Oliansky
- Original Score
- Lalo Schifrin
- Original Title
- The Competition
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Production Studios
- Rastar Productions, Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joel Oliansky
Joel Oliansky, William Sackheim
Lalo Schifrin
Richard H. Kline
David E. Blewitt
William Sackheim, Howard Pine
Department Leadership Roster
Joel Oliansky
Screenplay
Joel Oliansky
Director
Richard H. Kline
Director of Photography
Lalo Schifrin
Original Music Composer
William Sackheim
Producer
Ruth Myers
Costume Design
Dale Hennesy
Production Design
David E. Blewitt
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Competition
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Competition about?
The movie centers on a piano competition whose winner is assured of success. It is Paul's last chance to compete, but newcomer Heidi may be a better pianist. Can romance be far away? Will she take a dive despite the pressure to win from her teacher, Greta, or will she condemn Paul to obscurity?
Who directed The Competition?
The Competition was directed by Joel Oliansky.
Who stars in The Competition?
The principal cast of The Competition includes Richard Dreyfuss, Amy Irving, Lee Remick, Sam Wanamaker, Joseph Cali.
When was The Competition released and how long is it?
The Competition was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 2h 3m.
Who composed the musical score for The Competition?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Competition was composed by Lalo Schifrin.