description Funny Farm Overview
Funny Farm is a 1988 comedy film based on Jay Cronley’s 1985 novel, starring Chevy Chase and Madolyn Smith. Directed by George Roy Hill, it served as his final directorial work prior to his passing in 2002. The movie adapts the comedic story for the screen.
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| Country | United States |
| Year | 1988 |
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Who stars in the 1988 movie Funny Farm?
Chevy Chase stars as Andy Farmer, a sportswriter who moves to rural Vermont, opposite Madolyn Smith as his wife Elizabeth. The comedy was directed by George Roy Hill, whose previous credits include Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and The Sting.
Was Funny Farm George Roy Hill's last film?
Yes, Funny Farm (1988) was the final theatrical feature film directed by George Roy Hill. He retired from filmmaking after this comedy, though he lived until 2002.
What book is Funny Farm based on?
Funny Farm is adapted from Jay Cronley's 1985 comic novel of the same name. Cronley's works were frequently adapted into films, including Quick Change starring Bill Murray.
Where was Funny Farm filmed?
The film was shot primarily in Vermont, with the town of Grafton standing in for the fictional Redbud. The scenic New England countryside plays a central role in the movie's story of city dwellers adapting to rural life.
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