Foolin' Around

1980
PG
1h 51m

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A working-class boy falls for a girl from a wealthy family, and must compete for her with a rich boy who also wants her.A working-class boy falls for a girl from a wealthy family, and must compete for her with a rich boy who also wants her.A working-class boy falls for a girl from a wealthy family, and must compete for her with a rich boy who also wants her.

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Trivia
Foolin' Around (1980) and Somewhere in Time (1980) were the first theatrical feature films of actor William H. Macy where he was billed in both as "W.H. Macy". Somewhere in Time (1980) released first stateside in early October 1980 prior to Foolin' Around (1980) premiering in the USA about a fortnight later mid October 1980.

Quotes
Daggett - a retired tycoon, Susan's grandfather: [Daggett to Wes] Your dog can be a friend, booze can be your friend, but if you have a girl for a friend you'll end up drunk kissing your dog.

Alternate versions
"Videotape versions of the film are ten minutes shorter" according to the American film guide publication 'Rating the Movies'.

Connections
Featured in Sneak Previews: A Small Circle of Friends, Where the Buffalo Roam, Nothing Personal, Foolin' Around, Ffolkes (1980)

Soundtracks
Foolin' Around
Music and lyrics by Jim Seals and Charles Bernstein
Performed by Seals and Crofts

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More entertaining than typical romantic comedy

Annette O'Toole and Gary Busey have good chemistry together. The supporting cast adds so much to this movie. One of the supporting roles I haven't seen anyone mention is Michael Talbott as Clay, Wes' (Gary Busey's) best friend. I thought he was very funny, along with John Calvin as the uppity boyfriend, Cloris Leachman, Eddie Albert and Tony Randall. Also, notice the cameo appearance of William H. Macy as the book salesmen who's car is hung by Wes.