A New Leaf (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1971, A New Leaf is a comedy and romance film directed by Elaine May, running about 102 minutes. “"Do you take this woman?" "Yes, for everything she's got."” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Henry Graham lives the life of a playboy. When his lawyer tells him one day that his lifestyle has consumed all his funds, he needs an idea to avoid climbing down the social ladder.
Who’s in it. A New Leaf stars Walter Matthau as Henry Graham, Elaine May as Henrietta Lowell, Jack Weston as Andy McPherson and George Rose as Harold, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, A New Leaf has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A New Leaf page.
If you liked it. Fans of A New Leaf tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A New Leaf (1971)?
- In US, A New Leaf is available to rent or buy from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is A New Leaf worth watching?
- A New Leaf holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A New Leaf?
- A New Leaf stars Walter Matthau, Elaine May, Jack Weston, George Rose and James Coco.
- When was A New Leaf released?
- A New Leaf was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.