Movie

For Love of Ivy

“Sidney Poitier in the love, love, loveliest movie of the year.”

★ 6.2(9)19681h 41m

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Good to know

Director: Daniel Mann
Release date: 1968-07-17
Runtime: 1h 41m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: ABC Pictures International

About For Love of Ivy

For Love of Ivy is a 1968 movie in the Comedy and Romance genres, directed by Daniel Mann, starring Sidney Poitier, Abbey Lincoln and Beau Bridges. It has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 9 viewers. Below you can see where to watch For Love of Ivy in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A white family has had the same Black maid for many years. When she tells them she wants to go back to school and will be leaving soon, the 20ish year old son decides what she needs is a change and begins searching for a man to wine and dine her, but who won't marry her, thinking that this will distract her from her plans. The man he finds doesn't entirely cooperate.

Cast

Sidney Poitier

Jack Parks

Abbey Lincoln

Ivy Moore

Beau Bridges

Tim Austin

Nan Martin

Doris Austin

Lauri Peters

Gena Austin

Carroll O'Connor

Frank Austin

Leon Bibb

Billy Talbot

Hugh Hurd

Jerry

Lon Satton

Harry

Stanley Greene

Eddie

Paul Harris

Dealer

Tony Major

Dealer

Themes & keywords

gamblingromancedinner dateblack lovehappy ending

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch For Love of Ivy in France?+

For Love of Ivy is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in France. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is For Love of Ivy on Netflix?+

For Love of Ivy is not on Netflix in France right now.

How long is For Love of Ivy?+

For Love of Ivy has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

Who stars in For Love of Ivy?+

For Love of Ivy stars Sidney Poitier, Abbey Lincoln, Beau Bridges, Nan Martin and Lauri Peters.

When did For Love of Ivy come out?+

For Love of Ivy is a 1968 movie directed by Daniel Mann.

What genre is For Love of Ivy?+

For Love of Ivy is Comedy and Romance film.

Who directed For Love of Ivy?+

For Love of Ivy was directed by Daniel Mann.