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Critic David Parkinson
rated 8

...a fine introduction to Babs' talents.

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Cast & Crew

William Wyler
Director
Frank Faylen
As Keeney
William Benedict
As Western Union Boy (uncredited)
Mae Questel
As Mrs. Strakosh
Omar Sharif
As Nick Arnstein
Walter Pidgeon
As Florenz Ziegfeld
John Harmon
As Company Manager

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FUNNY GIRL is a classic musical comedy that follows the early career of comedian Fanny Brice, played by Barbra Streisand, who won an Oscar® for her performance. The film begins with Fanny's early days as a performer in a second-rate theater, where she is discovered by the famous impresario Florenz Ziegfeld. Fanny quickly becomes a star on Broadway, charming audiences with her wit and talent. Along the way, she falls in love with Nicky Arnstein, a handsome gambler played by Omar Sharif. Despite their differences, the two marry and have a child, but their relationship is ultimately doomed. With a memorable soundtrack and outstanding performances, FUNNY GIRL is a timeless tale of love, laughter, and the highs and lows of show business.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Funny Girl include Minnie and Moskowitz, Only Old Men Are Going to Battle, The Pornographers, Plaza Suite, Sweet November, Cinderella Liberty.

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Funny Girl was released in theaters on September 19, 1968.