IMDb7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes91%
Metacritic74/100
Google Users93%
Director: Rob Reiner•Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance
The film follows the relationship between Harry Burns and Sally Albright over twelve years in New York City. They meet by chance during a cross-country drive and keep running into each other over the next decade. During their encounters, they debate whether men and women can ever truly be just friends, while their own platonic relationship evolves into something more complicated.
When Harry Met Sally... was a critical and commercial success. It is widely regarded as one of the greatest romantic comedies of all time, praised for its witty dialogue, realistic portrayal of relationships, and strong performances from its lead actors. The film resonated with audiences for its relatable exploration of love and friendship.
Sharp, witty, and incredibly quotable dialogue elevates the classic 'can men and women be friends?' debate.
Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal deliver exceptional performances, creating a believable and engaging on-screen chemistry.
The film masterfully balances humor and heartfelt moments, making it a timeless exploration of romance and friendship.
Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved the film, praising its humor, intelligence, and the chemistry between the leads. Many appreciated the realistic portrayal of a long-term friendship evolving into romance and found the dialogue incredibly funny and relatable.
Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. Nominated for three Golden Globe Awards, including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. Nominated for a BAFTA Award for Best Original Screenplay.
The famous scene where Sally demonstrates how a woman can fake an orgasm in a deli was inspired by director Rob Reiner's mother. While filming the scene, an actual patron of the deli, Estelle Reiner (Rob's mother), delivered the line, "I'll have what she's having."
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