Arthur Bach is a wealthy, charming, but irresponsible alcoholic who lives a life of leisure in New York City. His life is thrown into chaos when his mother demands he marry the suitable but cold Stanford Chapin to inherit the family fortune. Arthur falls for the working-class waitress Linda Marolla, complicating his pre-arranged marriage and his already tumultuous existence.

Arthur was a major critical and commercial success, praised for its humor, Dudley Moore's performance, and the chemistry between the leads. It became one of the highest-grossing films of 1981.

• Dudley Moore's performance as the lovable drunk Arthur is widely praised.
• The film's blend of slapstick comedy and romantic elements resonates with audiences.
• John Gielgud's role as Arthur's valet provides standout moments of dry wit.

Google audience: Viewers found the film to be a hilarious and heartwarming comedy, particularly appreciating Dudley Moore's comedic timing and the overall charm of the story. Some found the humor to be a bit dated but generally enjoyed the escapism and romance.

Won Academy Awards for Best Original Song ('Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)') and Best Original Score. Nominated for Best Actor (Dudley Moore) and Best Supporting Actor (John Gielgud).

The iconic theme song, 'Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do),' was co-written by Burt Bacharach, Carole Bayer Sager, Peter Allen, and Christopher Cross, who also performed it and won an Oscar for it.