Two of a Kind (1983): cast, story & where to watch

1983 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 1983, Two of a Kind is a comedy, fantasy and romance film directed by John Herzfeld, running about 88 minutes. “It took a twist of fate to make them two of a kind.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. God has had just about enough of the human's attitude so he will destroy the planet very soon. It is up to a struggling inventor and a bank teller, both with very amateur criminal minds, to save the world.

Who’s in it. Two of a Kind stars John Travolta as Zack, Olivia Newton-John as Debbie, Charles Durning as Charlie and Oliver Reed as Beasley, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Two of a Kind has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $23.6M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Two of a Kind page.

If you liked it. Fans of Two of a Kind tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Two of a Kind (1983)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Two of a Kind change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Two of a Kind worth watching?
Two of a Kind holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Two of a Kind?
Two of a Kind stars John Travolta, Olivia Newton-John, Charles Durning, Oliver Reed and Scatman Crothers.
When was Two of a Kind released?
Two of a Kind was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.