The Way We Were
Opposites attract when, during their college days, Katie Morosky, a politically active Jew, meets Hubbell Gardiner, a feckless WASP. Years later, in the wake of World War II, they meet once again and, despite their obvious differences, attempt to make their love for each other work.
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Streaming now in the United States on YouTube TV and Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel.
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Frequently asked questions about The Way We Were
Where can I watch The Way We Were in the United States?
The Way We Were is available to stream on YouTube TV and Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Way We Were for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Way We Were needs a subscription to YouTube TV and Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Way We Were?
The Way We Were scores 7.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Way We Were?
The Way We Were stars Barbra Streisand, Robert Redford, Bradford Dillman, Lois Chiles, and Patrick O'Neal. Sydney Pollack is the director.
How long is The Way We Were?
The Way We Were runs 1h 58m (118 minutes).
When did The Way We Were come out?
The Way We Were was released on October 17, 1973.
Which studio made The Way We Were?
The Way We Were was produced by Tom Ward Enterprises, Columbia Pictures, and Rastar Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for The Way We Were?
The Way We Were was made on a budget of $5,000,000.
How much did The Way We Were make at the box office?
The Way We Were grossed $50,000,000 worldwide, against a budget of $5,000,000.
What languages is The Way We Were in?
The Way We Were is in English and French, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.