Last of the Red Hot Lovers
“Barney wanted women in the worst way. And that's the way he got them.”
Synopsis
A middle aged restaurateur begins to feel the desire to roam and realizes that one day each week, his mother's apartment will be empty all afternoon. He makes several attempts at seduction, only to learn that it is much more complicated and difficult than he could have imagined.
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Alan Arkin
Barney Cashman
Sally Kellerman
Elaine
Paula Prentiss
Bobbi Michele
Renée Taylor
Jeanette
Bella Bruck
Cashier
Sandy Balson
Charlotte
Frank Loverde
Mel
Bert Conroy
Bert
Charles Woolf
Jesse
Ben Freedman
Mickey
Buddy Lewis
Waiter #1
Paul 'Mousie' Garner
Waiter #2
Bernie Styles
Man with Boxes
John Battiste
Truckman's Helper
Sully Boyar
Man #1 Coffee Shop
J.J. Barry
Man #2 Coffee Shop
Lois Hamilton
Girl in Car
Paul Larson
Man #3 Coffee Shop
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 16, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 25, 2003
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gene Saks
- Screenplay & Story
- Neil Simon
- Original Score
- Neal Hefti
- Original Title
- Last of the Red Hot Lovers
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gene Saks
Neil Simon
Neal Hefti
Victor J. Kemper
Maury Winetrobe
Howard W. Koch
Department Leadership Roster
Neil Simon
Screenplay
Gene Saks
Director
Maury Winetrobe
Editor
Victor J. Kemper
Director of Photography
Howard W. Koch
Producer
Albert Wolsky
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Last of the Red Hot Lovers
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What is Last of the Red Hot Lovers about?
A middle aged restaurateur begins to feel the desire to roam and realizes that one day each week, his mother's apartment will be empty all afternoon. He makes several attempts at seduction, only to learn that it is much more complicated and difficult than he could have imagined.
Who directed Last of the Red Hot Lovers?
Last of the Red Hot Lovers was directed by Gene Saks.
Who stars in Last of the Red Hot Lovers?
The principal cast of Last of the Red Hot Lovers includes Alan Arkin, Sally Kellerman, Paula Prentiss, Renée Taylor, Bella Bruck.
When was Last of the Red Hot Lovers released and how long is it?
Last of the Red Hot Lovers was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Last of the Red Hot Lovers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Last of the Red Hot Lovers was composed by Neal Hefti.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Last of the Red Hot Lovers?
Last of the Red Hot Lovers holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).