Love Story
“Love means never having to say you’re sorry.”
Synopsis
Harvard Law student Oliver Barrett IV and music student Jennifer Cavilleri share a chemistry they cannot deny - and a love they cannot ignore. Despite their opposite backgrounds, the young couple put their hearts on the line for each other. When they marry, Oliver's wealthy father threatens to disown him. Jenny tries to reconcile the Barrett men, but to no avail.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Love Story (1970) Original Trailer [FHD]
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Top Cast
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Ali MacGraw
Jennifer Cavilleri
Ryan O'Neal
Oliver Barrett IV
John Marley
Phil Cavilleri
Ray Milland
Oliver Barrett III
Russell Nype
Dean Thompson
Tommy Lee Jones
Hank Simpson
Sydney Walker
Dr. Shapeley
Robert Modica
Dr. Addison
Katherine Balfour
Mrs. Barrett
Walker Daniels
Ray Stratton
John Merensky
Steve
Andrew Duncan
Reverend Blauvelt
Charlotte Ford
Clerk
Julie Garfield
Bystander at Harpsichord Concerto
Sudie Bond
Woman buying Christmas tree
Kevin O'Neal
Milo Boulton
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 16, 1970
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 8, 2007
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$2.2M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$136.4M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
62x
+$134.2M net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arthur Hiller
- Screenplay & Story
- Erich Segal
- Original Score
- Francis Lai
- Original Title
- Love Story
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Budget
- $2.2M
- Worldwide Gross
- $136.4M
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Love Story Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arthur Hiller
Erich Segal
Francis Lai
Richard C. Kratina
Robert C. Jones
Robert Evans, Howard G. Minsky
Department Leadership Roster
Richard C. Kratina
Director of Photography
Robert C. Jones
Editor
Arthur Hiller
Director
Howard G. Minsky
Producer
Francis Lai
Original Music Composer
Robert Evans
Producer
Erich Segal
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Love Story
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Love Story about?
Harvard Law student Oliver Barrett IV and music student Jennifer Cavilleri share a chemistry they cannot deny - and a love they cannot ignore. Despite their opposite backgrounds, the young couple put their hearts on the line for each other. When they marry, Oliver's wealthy father threatens to disown him. Jenny tries to reconcile the Barrett men, but to no avail.
Who directed Love Story?
Love Story was directed by Arthur Hiller.
Who stars in Love Story?
The principal cast of Love Story includes Ali MacGraw, Ryan O'Neal, John Marley, Ray Milland, Russell Nype.
When was Love Story released and how long is it?
Love Story was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
What was the box office and production budget of Love Story?
Love Story had a reported production budget of $2.2M and grossed $136.4M at the worldwide box office (62 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).
Who composed the musical score for Love Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Love Story was composed by Francis Lai.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Love Story?
Love Story holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).