Taking Off (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1971, Taking Off is a comedy, drama and music film directed by Miloš Forman, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Unable to deal with her parents, Jeannie Tyne runs away from home. Larry and Lynn Tyne search for her, and in the process meet other people whose children ran away. With their children gone, the parents are now free to rediscover/enjoy life.
Who’s in it. Taking Off stars Lynn Carlin as Lynn Tyne, Buck Henry as Larry Tyne, Georgia Engel as Margot and Tony Harvey as Tony, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Taking Off 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 Taking Off page.
If you liked it. Fans of Taking Off tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Taking Off (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Taking Off change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Taking Off worth watching?
- Taking Off holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Taking Off?
- Taking Off stars Lynn Carlin, Buck Henry, Georgia Engel, Tony Harvey and Audra Lindley.
- When was Taking Off released?
- Taking Off was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.