Smile
“This beauty pageant's about to get ugly.”
Synopsis
It's time again for California's "Young American Miss" beauty pageant, the biggest event of the year for Big Bob Freelander and Brenda DiCarlo, who give their all to put on a successful pageant. But Brenda is having marital difficulties and Bob's son is up to some mischief. Could this year's pageant be in jeopardy?
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Type: Featurette • Published 2015-11-18
Top Cast
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Bruce Dern
Big Bob
Barbara Feldon
Brenda
Michael Kidd
Tommy French
Geoffrey Lewis
Wilson
Nicholas Pryor
Andy
Joan Prather
Robin
Denise Nickerson
Shirley
Melanie Griffith
Karen
Annette O'Toole
Doria
Maria O'Brien
Maria
Colleen Camp
Connie
Caroline Williams
Helga
Kate Sarchet
Judy
Dick McGarvin
Ted Farley
William Traylor
Ray Brandy
Titos Vandis
Emile
Dennis Dugan
Logan
Eric Shea
Little Bob
Release History & Theatrical Window
Edinburgh International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
July 9, 1975
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Ritchie
- Screenplay & Story
- Jerry Belson
- Original Title
- Smile
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Production Studios
- David V. Picker Productions, Twin Roads Productions, United Artists
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Ritchie
Jerry Belson
Conrad Hall
Richard A. Harris
Marion Dougherty, David V. Picker, Michael Ritchie
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Ritchie
Director
Conrad Hall
Director of Photography
Michael Ritchie
Producer
Richard A. Harris
Editor
Patricia Norris
Costume Design
Jerry Belson
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Smile
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Smile about?
It's time again for California's "Young American Miss" beauty pageant, the biggest event of the year for Big Bob Freelander and Brenda DiCarlo, who give their all to put on a successful pageant. But Brenda is having marital difficulties and Bob's son is up to some mischief. Could this year's pageant be in jeopardy?
Who directed Smile?
Smile was directed by Michael Ritchie.
Who stars in Smile?
The principal cast of Smile includes Bruce Dern, Barbara Feldon, Michael Kidd, Geoffrey Lewis, Nicholas Pryor.
When was Smile released and how long is it?
Smile was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 53m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Smile?
Smile holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).