Harry and Tonto (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1974, Harry and Tonto is a comedy, drama, adventure and romance film directed by Paul Mazursky, running about 115 minutes. “Get a lift.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Harry is a retired teacher in his 70s living in the Upper West Side of New York City where his late wife and he raised his children--where he's lived all his life. When the building he lives in is torn down to make way for a parking garage, Harry and his beloved cat Tonto begin a journey across the United States, visiting his children, seeing a world he never seemed to have the time to see before, making new friends, and saying goodbye to old friends.
Who’s in it. Harry and Tonto stars Art Carney as Harry Coombes, Herbert Berghof as Jacob Rivetowski, Ellen Burstyn as Shirley Mallard and Geraldine Fitzgerald as Jessie Stone, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Harry and Tonto has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $4.6M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Harry and Tonto page.
If you liked it. Fans of Harry and Tonto tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Harry and Tonto (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Harry and Tonto change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Harry and Tonto worth watching?
- Harry and Tonto holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, adventure and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Harry and Tonto?
- Harry and Tonto stars Art Carney, Herbert Berghof, Ellen Burstyn, Geraldine Fitzgerald and Larry Hagman.
- When was Harry and Tonto released?
- Harry and Tonto was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.