Foul Play (1978): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Foul Play is a 1978 mystery thriller directed by Colin Higgins, starring Goldie Hawn, Chevy Chase and Burgess Meredith. It runs 1 hour 56 minutes and earned $45 million worldwide. It was nominated for 1 Oscar. Critics gave it 45 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 56m (116 min)
- Director
- Colin Higgins
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Paramount Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Foul Play About?
The premise of Foul Play without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
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Foul Play Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- music conductor
- mace spray
- brass knuckles
- attempted assassination
- houseboat
- driving the wrong way on a one way street
- archbishop
- karate
- reckless driving
- librarian
- villainess
- albino
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- pope
- murder
- bible salesman
- conspiracy
- assassin
- opera house
- binoculars
- massage parlor
- paranoia
- snake
- san francisco california
- scrabble
- kiss
- pack of cigarettes
- roll of film
- popcorn
- cuckoo clock
- knitting needle
- pizzeria
- blood
- chase
- dog
- shootout
- flirting
- apartment
- party
- car accident
- bar
- abduction
- knocked unconscious
- mistaken identity
- held at gunpoint
- falling from height
- falling down stairs
- double cross
- purse
- implied sex
- milk
Foul Play Cast
Goldie Hawn leads the cast, with Chevy Chase and Burgess Meredith. Directed by Colin Higgins; 9 actors are credited in all.
- Director Colin Higgins
Also Starring in Foul Play
· 5 moreMore from Colin Higgins
More films directed by Colin Higgins, best-rated first: 9 to 5, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and Nine to Five.
Foul Play Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Foul Play 45 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 45 Metascore
User score 7.4
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TMDB 63% User score
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Foul Play Plot Summary
What happens in Foul Play from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Gloria Mundy, portrayed by the talented Goldie Hawn, finds herself at a party in a small town located just across the bay from San Francisco. During a revealing conversation with a friend, we learn she is freshly divorced and has decided to steer clear of the dating scene to protect her heart from further anguish. However, her friend encourages her to embrace socializing, contemplating a flirtation with a charming stranger, played by Chevy Chase. Ultimately, deciding he is a clumsy bore, she drives home alone, the scenic Marin County coastline glimmering in the background as Barry Manilow serenades, singing, “Ready to Take a Chance Again.”
Full summary
The whole story of Foul Play, scene by scene
Foul Play Box Office
Foul Play grossed $45 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$45M
- US & Canada
- $45M
Foul Play Awards & Nominations
Foul Play was nominated for 1 Oscar. The 8 nominations come from 2 ceremonies, the most at the Golden Globes 1979.
8 nominations2 ceremonies
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Golden Globes 1979 7 nominations- Nominated Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
- Nominated Best Original Song
- Nominated Best Performance in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical (Actor) – Chevy Chase
- Nominated Best Performance in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical (Actress) – Goldie Hawn
- Nominated Best Screenplay – Colin Higgins
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Oscars 1979 1 nomination- Nominated Music (Original Song)
Foul Play Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Foul Play.
How Well Do You Know Foul Play?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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What color is Gloria Mundy's convertible?
Cars in Foul Play
36 cars on screen, including the 1972 Cadillac Fleetwood 75 and the 1969 Chevrolet C-20.
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1972 Cadillac Fleetwood 75 Important role -
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1974 Lincoln Continental Important role -
1973 Volkswagen Convertible Typ 1 Important role
Foul Play Also Known As
23 alternative titles, including “Tjejen som visste för mycket” and “Drôle d'embrouille”.
- Also known as
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- Tjejen som visste för mycket
- Drôle d'embrouille
- Jogo Perigoso
- 傻妹闖七關
- Грязная игра
- Óvakodj a törpétől
- Pigen der vidste for meget
- Eine ganz krumme Tour
- Juego peligroso
- תרגיל לבלשית מתחילה
- Tehlikeli Oyun
- Golpe Sujo
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- ファール・プレイ
- Παιχνίδι για Δολοφόνους
- Nieczyste zagranie
- Juego sucio
- 小迷糊闯七关
- Tyttö joka tiesi liikaa
- Lažna igra
- 파울 플레이
- Gioco sleale
- Nečistá hra
- Брудна гра
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Foul Play FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Foul Play, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Foul Play?
Foul Play runs 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).
When was Foul Play released?
Foul Play was released on July 14, 1978.
Who directed Foul Play?
Foul Play was directed by Colin Higgins.
More films by Colin Higgins Who is in the cast of Foul Play?
Foul Play stars Goldie Hawn, Chevy Chase and Burgess Meredith, among 9 credited actors.
How much did Foul Play make at the box office?
Foul Play grossed $45 million worldwide.
How is Foul Play rated?
Foul Play has 45 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.
Was Foul Play nominated for any awards?
Foul Play received 8 nominations across 2 ceremonies.
Does Foul Play have a post-credit scene?
No. Foul Play has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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