Ted & Venus (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1991, Ted & Venus is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Bud Cort, running about 100 minutes. “An immaculate obsession...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ted is a 1970s Venice Beach poet who spends his days drifting along the boardwalk, reciting his poetry to anyone who will listen. His life changes when a bikini-clad beauty named Linda strolls by him. Instantly, Ted believes he's found his "Venus" and becomes obsessed with Linda. He tries to woo her with poetry, obscene phone calls and romantic overtures, all to disastrous effect.
Who’s in it. Ted & Venus stars Bud Cort as Ted Whitley, James Brolin as Max Waters, Kim Adams as Linda Turner and Carol Kane as Colette, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Ted & Venus has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ted & Venus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ted & Venus tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ted & Venus (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ted & Venus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ted & Venus worth watching?
- Ted & Venus holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ted & Venus?
- Ted & Venus stars Bud Cort, James Brolin, Kim Adams, Carol Kane and Brian Thompson.
- When was Ted & Venus released?
- Ted & Venus was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.