


Film · Released
The Prisoner of Second Avenue
“...and you think you've got problems.”
The Prisoner of Second Avenue at a glance
The Prisoner of Second Avenue is a 1975 comedy film, running 1h 38m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: PG in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and YouTube.
Rated PG in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1975-03-14
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Genres
- Comedy
- Director
- Melvin Frank
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.7 / 10 · 80 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmMel Edison has just lost his job after many years and now has to cope with being unemployed at middle age during an intense NYC heat wave.
Cast
14 names
Jack LemmonMel Edison
Anne BancroftEdna Edison
Gene SaksHarry Edison
Elizabeth WilsonPauline
Florence StanleyPearl
Maxine StuartBelle
Ed PeckMan Upstairs
Gene BlakelyCharlie
Ivor FrancisPsychiatrist
Stack PierceDetective
Patricia MarshallWoman Upstairs
Ketty LesterUnemployment Clerk
M. Emmet WalshDoormanQuestions about The Prisoner of Second Avenue
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Prisoner of Second Avenue in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Prisoner of Second Avenue is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Prisoner of Second Avenue suitable for children?
The Prisoner of Second Avenue is rated PG in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is The Prisoner of Second Avenue about?
Mel Edison has just lost his job after many years and now has to cope with being unemployed at middle age during an intense NYC heat wave.
How long is The Prisoner of Second Avenue?
The Prisoner of Second Avenue runs for 1h 38m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
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