The World According to Garp

The World According to Garp dares to ask: what if your mom was famous? The film follows Garp as he navigates life, love, and literary ambition under the shadow of his unconventional mother. It's the kind of movie where a quirky premise substitutes for genuine insight.

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George Roy Hill directed The World According to Garp in 1982. See George Roy Hill's full filmography, where to start with George Roy Hill, or where to go after you've seen everything by George Roy Hill.

The World According to Garp was released in 1982 (EN original-language production), with a runtime of 136 minutes.