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My Dinner with Andre (1981)

English drama film directed by Louis Malle

PGUS

Rated PG in the US

Parental guidance suggested: some material may not be suitable for children.

Runtime
1h 51m 111 min
Released
11 October 1981
Language
English

Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.

My Dinner with Andre has a runtime of 1 hour 51 minutes (111 min). In the US it is rated PG. The English film released on 11 October 1981. It is directed by Louis Malle and stars Wallace Shawn, Andre Gregory and Jean Lenauer.

Cast and crew

Director
Louis Malle
Cinematography
Jeri Sopanen
Produced by
George W. George
Distribution
New Yorker Films

Box office, awards and more

Budget
$475,000
Box office
$5.25 million
Set in
New York City, Café des Artistes
Filmed in
New York City

Release and where to watch

In theatres
11 October 1981
First shown
8 October 1981 festival or first country
On OTT
Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.

Can children watch it?

Fine for most children, but parents may want to check it first. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of My Dinner with Andre?

My Dinner with Andre has a runtime of 1 hour 51 minutes, or 111 min.

When did My Dinner with Andre release?

My Dinner with Andre released on 11 October 1981.

Who directed My Dinner with Andre?

My Dinner with Andre is directed by Louis Malle.

Who is in the cast of My Dinner with Andre?

The cast of My Dinner with Andre includes Wallace Shawn, Andre Gregory and Jean Lenauer.

How much did My Dinner with Andre earn at the box office?

My Dinner with Andre grossed $5.25 million on a budget of $475,000.

What is My Dinner with Andre rated in the US?

My Dinner with Andre is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association.

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Updated 9 November 2026 by Pragati. Cast and crew from Wikidata. Found a mistake? Tell us.