Chapter Two (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1979, Chapter Two is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Robert Moore, running about 124 minutes. “It's not supposed to happen twice in your life, but it can.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. George Schneider is an author whose wife had just died. His brother Leo gives him the number of Jennie Malone, and somehow they hit it off. And just when things are moving along, the memory of his first wife comes between them.
Who’s in it. Chapter Two stars James Caan as George Schneider, Marsha Mason as Jennie MacLaine, Joseph Bologna as Leo Schneider and Valerie Harper as Faye Medwick, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Chapter Two has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Chapter Two page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chapter Two tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chapter Two (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chapter Two change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chapter Two worth watching?
- Chapter Two holds an audience score of 6.3 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 Chapter Two?
- Chapter Two stars James Caan, Marsha Mason, Joseph Bologna, Valerie Harper and Alan Fudge.
- When was Chapter Two released?
- Chapter Two was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.