The War Between Men and Women (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1972, The War Between Men and Women is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Melville Shavelson, running about 105 minutes. “Any man who hates dogs, women and children can't be all bad!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A sarcastic near-sighted cartoonist, averse to commitment, falls for a single mother of three — the only woman who can stand his strong anti-feminist opinions.
Who’s in it. The War Between Men and Women stars Jack Lemmon as Peter Wilson, Barbara Harris as Terry Kozlenko, Jason Robards as Stephen Kozlenko and Herb Edelman as Howard Mann, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The War Between Men and Women 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 The War Between Men and Women page.
If you liked it. Fans of The War Between Men and Women tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The War Between Men and Women (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The War Between Men and Women change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The War Between Men and Women worth watching?
- The War Between Men and Women holds an audience score of 6.6 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 The War Between Men and Women?
- The War Between Men and Women stars Jack Lemmon, Barbara Harris, Jason Robards, Herb Edelman and Lisa Gerritsen.
- When was The War Between Men and Women released?
- The War Between Men and Women was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.