Up the Down Staircase

Simple words that start a war: "Good morning. My name is Miss Barrett. I am your Home Room teacher..."

⭐ 7.1 /10 26 votes

June 28, 1967 2h 4m Released

Drama

Storyline

Sylvia, a novice schoolteacher, is hired to teach English in a high school, but she’s met with an apathetic faculty, a delinquent student body and an administration that drowns its staff in paperwork. The following days go from bad to worse as Sylvia struggles to reach her most troubled students.

Key Information

                                        Director
                                        Robert Mulligan
                                    

                                        Writers
                                        Tad Mosel, Bel Kaufman
                                    

                                    Studio
                                    Park Place Production
                                

                                    Rating
                                    7.1/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

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Cast & Crew

Sandy Dennis

Sylvia Barrett

Patrick Bedford

Paul Barringer

Eileen Heckart

Henrietta Pastorfield

Ruth White

Beatrice Schacter

Jean Stapleton

Sadie Finch

Sorrell Booke

Dr. Bester

Roy Poole

Mr. McHabe

Florence Stanley

Ellen Friedenberg

Ellen O'Mara

Alice Blake

Jeff Howard

Joe Ferone

Vinnette Carroll

The Mother

Martha Greenhouse

Mrs. Kagan

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Up the Down Staircase released?

Up the Down Staircase was released on June 28, 1967.

How long is Up the Down Staircase?

The runtime of Up the Down Staircase is 2h 4m.

What genre is Up the Down Staircase?

Up the Down Staircase is a Drama movie.

What is the rating of Up the Down Staircase?

Up the Down Staircase has a rating of 7.1 out of 10 on TMDB.

Where can I watch Up the Down Staircase?

Up the Down Staircase is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Who directed Up the Down Staircase?

Up the Down Staircase was directed by Robert Mulligan.

Who stars in Up the Down Staircase?

The main cast of Up the Down Staircase includes Sandy Dennis, Patrick Bedford, Eileen Heckart.

What language is Up the Down Staircase in?

Up the Down Staircase is originally in English.