The World According to Garp
The World According to Garp is a 1982 Drama film released on 13th August; George Roy Hill directed the film which stars Robin Williams, Glenn Close, and John Lithgow. The film was a box office success, earning a profit of $12,712,172 on its budget.
Based on the John Irving novel, this film chronicles the life of T S Garp, and his mother, Jenny. Whilst Garp sees himself as a "serious" writer, Jenny writes a feminist manifesto at an opportune time, and finds herself as a magnet for all manner of distressed women.
Cast (16)
Production Companies
The World According to Garp Stats
Cast Age
Estimated Ages At Time of Filming
6% 13-19
19% 20-29
44% 30-39
6% 40-49
6% 50-59
13% 70-79
6% Unknown
Cast Genders
Who Is Most Represented
63% Female
38% Male
Good/Bad Characters
More Heroes of Villains?
100% Unknown
Character Types
What Characters Feature
100% Unknown
The World According to Garp FAQ
When was The World According to Garp released?
The World According to Garp was released on Friday August 13th, 1982.
How much did The World According to Garp cost to make?
The budget was $17,000,000.
How much money did The World According to Garp make?
The worldwide revenue was $29,712,172.
Is The World According to Garp on Netflix?
No, The World According to Garp is not currently available on Netflix in the United States
Is The World According to Garp on Amazon Prime?
No, The World According to Garp is not currently available on Amazon Prime in the United States
Is The World According to Garp on Disney Plus?
No, The World According to Garp is not currently available on Disney+ in the United States