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Chapter Two

Play trailer Poster for Chapter Two PG Released Dec 14, 1979 2h 4m Comedy Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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Leo Schneider (Joseph Bologna) introduces his brother, George (James Caan), to a vivacious, recently divorced actress named Jennie MacLaine (Marsha Mason). Although George was mourning his wife's death, he feels the spark of life return after his date with Jennie. They commence a whirlwind relationship, and in the blink of an eye they are suddenly married and on their honeymoon. Soon after, however, George begins feeling concerned that their union may have been somewhat hasty.

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Bruce McCabe Boston Globe The problem with Chapter Two is that it's only a chapter when what we're looking for is a whole story. Too much has been left out. Apr 28, 2018 Full Review Variety Staff Variety Chapter Two represents Neil Simon at his big-screen best. Mar 26, 2009 Full Review Paul Taylor Time Out The success of Neil Simon movies is dispiriting evidence that most people still watch with their ears. 'Seen one, seen 'em all' quite literally applies to his static exercises in theatrical smart-talk and unfailing wit-under-pressure. Jun 24, 2006 Full Review Emanuel Levy EmanuelLevy.Com Decently acted by James Caan and Marsha Mason but poorly directed transfer to the big screen of Neil Simon's Broadway play; it's too literal and theatrical Rated: C Aug 9, 2010 Full Review Christopher Null Filmcritic.com Rated: 3/5 Dec 16, 2003 Full Review Read all reviews

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Mark A Not Neil Simon's best. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/03/23 Full Review steve d I didn't find the characters engaging but the acting was. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review Audience Member One of those movies that REALLY didn’t hold up over time. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 03/29/19 Full Review Audience Member another largely overlooked seventies gem with mason coming off 'the good bye girl' Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/21/23 Full Review Audience Member Heckuva chick flick. Managed to plod through it. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 01/23/23 Full Review Audience Member I actually found myself laughing a lot. I never knew James Caan had such a hilarious dry wit beneath his usually solemn exterior. Thoroughly enjoyed this one, because it felt real. It was like a real relationship taking place in front of you instead of the typical Hollywood love interest bs. Quite refreshing. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/29/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Leo Schneider (Joseph Bologna) introduces his brother, George (James Caan), to a vivacious, recently divorced actress named Jennie MacLaine (Marsha Mason). Although George was mourning his wife's death, he feels the spark of life return after his date with Jennie. They commence a whirlwind relationship, and in the blink of an eye they are suddenly married and on their honeymoon. Soon after, however, George begins feeling concerned that their union may have been somewhat hasty.
Director
Robert Moore
Producer
Ray Stark
Screenwriter
Neil Simon
Distributor
Columbia Pictures
Production Co
Columbia
Rating
PG
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 14, 1979, Wide
Release Date (DVD)
Jan 24, 2006
Runtime
2h 4m