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The Main Event (1979)

English romantic comedy film directed by Howard Zieff

PGUS

Rated PG in the US

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

Runtime
1h 45m 105 min
Released
22 June 1979
Language
English

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

The Main Event has a runtime of 1 hour 45 minutes (105 min). In the US it is rated PG. The English film released on 22 June 1979. It is directed by Howard Zieff and stars Barbra Streisand, Ryan O'Neal and Patti D'Arbanville.

Cast and crew

Director
Howard Zieff
Cinematography
Mario Tosi
Written by
Gail Parent
Produced by
Barbra Streisand
Production
Barwood Films
Distribution
Warner Bros. Entertainment, Netflix

Box office, awards and more

Budget
$6 million

Release and where to watch

In theatres
22 June 1979
On OTT
Netflix date not announced

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 The Main Event?

The Main Event has a runtime of 1 hour 45 minutes, or 105 min.

When did The Main Event release?

The Main Event released on 22 June 1979.

Who directed The Main Event?

The Main Event is directed by Howard Zieff.

Who is in the cast of The Main Event?

The cast of The Main Event includes Barbra Streisand, Ryan O'Neal, Patti D'Arbanville, James Gregory, Kristine DeBell and Whitman Mayo.

Where can I watch The Main Event online?

The Main Event streams on Netflix.

What is the budget of The Main Event?

The budget of The Main Event is reported as $6 million.

What is The Main Event rated in the US?

The Main Event is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association.

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Updated 12 November 2026 by Pragati. Cast and crew from Wikidata. Found a mistake? Tell us.