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Overview

User Rating:
7.7/10   46,153 votes
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Director:
Writer (WGA):
Nora Ephron (written by)
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Release Date:
21 July 1989 (USA) more
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Tagline:
Can two friends sleep together and still love each other in the morning? more
Plot:
Harry and Sally have known each other for years, and are very good friends, but they fear sex would ruin the friendship. full summary | full synopsis
Awards:
Nominated for Oscar. Another 4 wins & 10 nominations more
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(86 articles)
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User Comments:
One of the best romantic comedies ever! more (202 total)

Cast

  (Cast overview, first billed only)

Billy Crystal ... Harry Burns

Meg Ryan ... Sally Albright

Carrie Fisher ... Marie

Bruno Kirby ... Jess
Steven Ford ... Joe

Lisa Jane Persky ... Alice
Michelle Nicastro ... Amanda
Gretchen Palmer ... Stewardess

Robert Alan Beuth ... Man on Aisle
David Burdick ... 9 Year Old Boy
Joe Viviani ... Judge
Harley Jane Kozak ... Helen (as Harley Kozak)
Joseph Hunt ... Waiter at Wedding
Kevin Rooney ... Ira
Franc Luz ... Julian
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Additional Details

Also Known As:
Harry, This Is Sally (USA) (working title)
When Harry Met Sally (USA) (DVD box title)
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Runtime:
96 min | Turkey:89 min (TV version)
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1.85 : 1 more
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Trivia:
Molly Ringwald was offered the role of Sally, but was forced to decline due to a busy schedule. She would later go on to play Sally in the stage version of the film in 2004, on London's West End. more
Goofs:
Continuity: At the football game, some hair on Jess' head goes from up to down several times between shots of him, Harry, and the two of them. more
Quotes:
Harry Burns: You know, I have a theory that hieroglyphics are just an ancient comic strip about a character named Sphinxy. more
Movie Connections:
Referenced in "Charmed: House Call (#5.13)" (2003) more
Soundtrack:
The Tables Have Turned more

FAQ

How does it end?
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74 out of 81 people found the following comment useful.
One of the best romantic comedies ever!, 1 August 2002
10/10
Author: LebowskiT1000 from Escondido, California, USA

Not too long ago I finally got around to seeing this film, I'd heard so much about it that I had to see it. After seeing it the first time I thought it was good, but I have to say that I liked it even more on my second viewing. The film is absolutely wonderful! The story is very amusing and keeps you interested in the characters from start to finish.

I literally couldn't wait to see what would happen in the next scene. This is one of those movies that goes by very quickly. I think that's a sign of a good movie, when you just can't believe that you're already an hour or so into the movie. The story really flows nicely from scene to scene.

The cast is great in the film as well. Billy Crystal pulls off one of his best performances, and has a slew of great jokes throughout the film. Meg Ryan looks as beautiful as ever and has such a cute way about her. Bruno Kirby and Carrie Fisher definitely deserve a great deal of credit too, they both did superb jobs as well. Director Rob Reiner did a great job with the film, keep up the good work Rob.

If you're into romantic comedies, then you definitely should see this film. Even if you aren't really into the whole romantic part of it, the comedy is great and worth seeing. I would most definitely recommend seeing this film.

I hope you like it. Thanks for reading,

-Chris

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