The Chicken Chronicles (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1977, The Chicken Chronicles is a comedy film directed by Frank Simon, running about 95 minutes. “The Spirit of 69...When The Lights Turned Off...The Kids Turned On!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A late-1960s teen (Steve Guttenberg) working in a chicken-takeout stand cannot get his mind off his dream-girl (Lisa Reeves).
Who’s in it. The Chicken Chronicles stars Phil Silvers as Max Ober, Ed Lauter as Mr. Nastase, Steve Guttenberg as David Kessler (as Steven Guttenberg) and Lisa Reeves as Margaret, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Chicken Chronicles has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Chicken Chronicles page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Chicken Chronicles tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Chicken Chronicles (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Chicken Chronicles change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Chicken Chronicles worth watching?
- The Chicken Chronicles holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Chicken Chronicles?
- The Chicken Chronicles stars Phil Silvers, Ed Lauter, Steve Guttenberg, Lisa Reeves and Meridith Baer.
- When was The Chicken Chronicles released?
- The Chicken Chronicles was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.