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Out to Sea

  • 1997
  • PG-13
  • 1h 46m
IMDb RATING
6.1/10
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Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau in Out to Sea (1997)
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A failed gambler, intent on meeting a rich widow, tricks his widowed brother-in-law into boarding a cruise ship as dance hosts.A failed gambler, intent on meeting a rich widow, tricks his widowed brother-in-law into boarding a cruise ship as dance hosts.A failed gambler, intent on meeting a rich widow, tricks his widowed brother-in-law into boarding a cruise ship as dance hosts.

  • Director
    • Martha Coolidge
  • Writer
    • Robert Nelson Jacobs
  • Stars
    • Jack Lemmon
    • Walter Matthau
    • Dyan Cannon
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.1/10
    10K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Martha Coolidge
    • Writer
      • Robert Nelson Jacobs
    • Stars
      • Jack Lemmon
      • Walter Matthau
      • Dyan Cannon
    • 73User reviews
    • 36Critic reviews
    • 49Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Jack Lemmon
    Jack Lemmon
    • Herb Sullivan
    Walter Matthau
    Walter Matthau
    • Charlie Gordon
    Dyan Cannon
    Dyan Cannon
    • Liz LaBreche
    Gloria DeHaven
    Gloria DeHaven
    • Vivian
    • (as Gloria De Haven)
    Brent Spiner
    Brent Spiner
    • Gil Godwyn
    Elaine Stritch
    Elaine Stritch
    • Mavis LaBreche
    Hal Linden
    Hal Linden
    • Mac Valor
    Donald O'Connor
    Donald O'Connor
    • Jonathan Devereaux
    Edward Mulhare
    Edward Mulhare
    • Cullen Carswell
    Rue McClanahan
    Rue McClanahan
    • Mrs. Ellen Carruthers
    Alexandra Powers
    Alexandra Powers
    • Shelly
    Sean O'Bryan
    Sean O'Bryan
    • Allan
    Esther Scott
    Esther Scott
    • Maria
    Allan Rich
    Allan Rich
    • Sebastian
    Estelle Harris
    Estelle Harris
    • Bridget
    León Singer
    León Singer
    • Willie the Pilot
    • (as Leon Singer)
    Concetta Tomei
    Concetta Tomei
    • Madge
    Goh Misawa
    • Tanaka
    • Director
      • Martha Coolidge
    • Writer
      • Robert Nelson Jacobs
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    FilmCritic-3

    A good movie

    I found this movie to be quite good. Although some people call this movie the "Grumpy Old Men And The Sea" it is hilarious at the right moments and soft at others. Matthau and Lemmon are two great actors and if you like one or both of them, be sure not to miss this film.
    7Smells_Like_Cheese

    Just a fun romantic comedy that I think anyone can get a little kick out of

    While this movie is not the most entertaining in the world, I think it is better than most over all. I mean it had it's little laughs and just all around a good feeling. It's not too often we get to see two old geezers just having fun with their age and honestly having a good time with the jokes. Walter and Jack had such a great chemistry together as friends/brother in-laws. Just watching them romancing these women was fun and you rooted for them all the way because wither we have to admit it or not, for their age, they still had game! :D I loved just the whole plot of being able to move on and having fun no matter how old you are. I'd recommend this movie for a nice laugh if you want one.

    7/10
    Jack the Ripper1888

    Entertaining.

    There isn't much to say about this film. It is entertaining, and was not made with the intent of winning any major awards, but just to make people laugh. Most of the humor works quite well too. It is very reminiscent of Lemmon and Matthau's other projects together THE ODD COUPLE II and Lemmon's solo with James Garner MY FELLOW AMERICANS.

    The film has divine originality as the plot has not been done before; but the story has its share of cliches. The dance host director (played by Brent Spiner) who has the honor of taking on the "bad guy villain" role of this film is quite laughable, but still acceptable. The film goes from depressing to funny as hell and makes you forget your life for a while.

    Quite a good comeback for the Grumpys. Well worth watching. I recommend you see GRUMPY OLD MEN, THE ODD COUPLE II and MY FELLOW AMERICANS.

    OUT TO SEA: 4/5.
    Petey-10

    Thanks for the laughs!

    Walter Matthau plays Charlie Gordon who cons his widower brother-in-law Herb Sullivan (Jack Lemmon) into a cruise in search of rich and lonely ladies.What he doesn't tell Herb is that they have to be dance hosts. Out to Sea from 1997 is a comedy with excellent actors.There are great performances from Elaine Stritch, Dyan Cannon, Gloria DeHaven, Rue McClanahan, Estelle Harris, Hal Linden and Donald O'Connor.Lemmon and Matthau make a great team in the lead.This movie would be much worse without them.This legendary couple saves the movie.They're both dead now.Matthau died July 1st 2000 and Lemmon June 27th 2001.These two made us laugh in so many movies.The world of comedy lost a lot with them.So thanks for the laughs you two.We will miss you very much.
    FilmCritic-3

    A Very Funny Movie

    Charlie Gordon (Walter Matthau) is the guy who can't seem to let go of horse racing. The debts pile up high on his head. So, he decides that it is time for him and his brother-in-law to take a trip out on the open seas. His brother-in-law, Herb Sullivan (Jack Lemmon) whose wife passed away reluctantly tags along. It is not until they board the Westerdam that it is realized that Charlie signed them up as dance hosts. What follows is some hilarious antics not only on the open seas, but on the dance floor. And a sweet love story also comes along too. People criticize this movie for the pointlessness it brings. It is actually quite funny, but seems to be geared more toward the seniors' group. I think this movie was quite good. Rent it for a weekend and just see.

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    • Trivia
      In a total contrast of his antagonist character in the film Brent Spiner said in an interview that at first he was intimidated and nervous albeit also very honored and excited to work alongside both Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau as they were two screen heroes of his since childhood. Eventually Spiner became less nervous as filming went on and said that Lemmon and Matthau had wonderful chemistry together which helped him get better into character. Spiner actually did not read the script and accepted the role of Gil Godwyn immediately just to work with Lemmon and Matthau. He said the role of Gil was one "he waited for, for 20 years."
    • Goofs
      When Herb comes up to Charlie, who is faking an injury in front of Liz in order to elude Gil, the two pretend to not know each other and Liz believes them, even though they were looking around in her suite together when she and her mother walked in.
    • Quotes

      Mavis LaBreche: I need a crap and a nap and I don't need an audience!"

    • Crazy credits
      During the first part of the credits, the cast (singly and in pairs) dances; during the latter part, we see outtakes.
    • Connections
      Featured in Siskel & Ebert: Face/Off/Dream with the Fishes/Head Above Water/The Last Time I Committed Suicide/When the Cat's Away (1997)
    • Soundtracks
      Imagination
      Written by Johnny Burke and Jimmy Van Heusen

      Performed by Music Sales Big Band

      Courtesy of Music Sales Corporation

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    • Release date
      • July 2, 1997 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Languages
      • English
      • Italian
      • Japanese
      • Spanish
    • Also known as
      • Gemide Dans
    • Filming locations
      • RMS Queen Mary - 1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Twentieth Century Fox
      • Davis Entertainment
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $33,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $29,022,252
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $5,887,675
      • Jul 6, 1997
    • Gross worldwide
      • $30,716,901
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 46m(106 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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