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Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice

1969 · Movie · R · 105 min · ★ 6.3 · 76% critics

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After a weekend retreat focused on emotional honesty, a Los Angeles couple returns home eager to apply their new outlook to everyday life. Their enthusiasm spills into the marriage of their closest friends, and what starts as well-meaning advice quickly stirs up jealousy, attraction, and hard questions about love, trust, and boundaries.

Also known as Bob and Carol and Ted and Alice

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Details
Years
1969
Release date
1969-09-17
Language
English
Rated
R
Runtime
105 min
Critic score
76/100
TMDB rating
6.3/10 (111 votes)
Box office
$31,900,000
Budget
$2,000,000
About

You’ll likely enjoy this if you’re curious about a late-’60s snapshot of marriage, honesty, and sexual freedom with a satirical edge; Not for you if you want fast laughs, modern sensibilities, or clear answers—try Shampoo for a similar vibe.

Pros: sharp witty dialogue; thoughtful relationship questions; strong ensemble chemistry | Cons: very dated attitudes; slow self-serious pacing; awkward uncomfortable moments

Themes

  • friends
  • therapy
  • polyamory
  • foursome

Awards & recognition

  • Academy Award — Best Supporting Actress · 1970 · nominated
  • Academy Award — Best Supporting Actor · 1970 · nominated
  • Academy Award — Best Writing, Original Screenplay · 1970 · nominated
  • Academy Award — Best Cinematography · 1970 · nominated

Cast & crew

Directed by Paul Mazursky