Two for the Seesaw
📖 Synopsis
After leaving his wife, lawyer Jerry Ryan moves from Omaha, Nebraska to New York City to start a new life. While studying for the New York Bar Examination and working to finalize his divorce, Ryan meets dancer Gittel Mosca, and the two begin a cautious courtship. However, Ryan feels that he must come to terms with his failed marriage and overcome his lingering attachment to his ex-wife before he can redefine himself and embrace his budding romance.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “A square from Nebraska? An off-beatnik from Greenwich Village? It just didn't figure ... that they would ... that they could ... that they did!”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
- Director
- Robert Wise
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Robert MitchumJerry Ryan
Shirley MacLaineGittel 'Mosca' Moscawitz
Edmon RyanFrank Taubman
Elisabeth FraserSophie
Eddie FirestoneOscar
Billy GrayMonsieur Jacoby
Ann Morgan GuilbertMolly - Dance Student's Mother
Ken BerryLarry
Julie Allred
Bill BorzageParty Guest🎬 Similar Movies
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Two for the Seesaw about?
- After leaving his wife, lawyer Jerry Ryan moves from Omaha, Nebraska to New York City to start a new life. While studying for the New York Bar Examination and working to finalize his divorce, Ryan meets dancer Gittel Mosca, and the two begin a cautious courtship. However, Ryan feels that he must come to terms with his failed marriage and overcome his lingering attachment to his ex-wife before he can redefine himself and embrace his budding romance.
- Who directed Two for the Seesaw?
- Two for the Seesaw was directed by Robert Wise.
- When was Two for the Seesaw released?
- Two for the Seesaw was released on November 21, 1962.
- How long is Two for the Seesaw?
- Two for the Seesaw has a runtime of 1h 59m.
- Where can I track Two for the Seesaw?
- You can track Two for the Seesaw on Matinee — the free movie and TV show tracker app for iOS. Log it, rate it, and share your thoughts with friends.












