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When Harry Met Sally

What is when harry met sally?

· James MacDonald

Key facts

Release date July 12, 1989[2]
Director Rob Reiner[3]
Writer Nora Ephron[3]
Starring Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan[3]
Runtime 1h 35m[4]
Box office $193 million[3]

When Harry Met Sally... is a 1989 American romantic comedy film directed by Rob Reiner and written by Nora Ephron, starring Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan. It explores whether men and women can be just friends.

Context

When Harry Met Sally... is a 1989 American romantic comedy film directed by Rob Reiner and written by Nora Ephron, starring Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan [3]. It was released in theaters on July 12, 1989 [2]. The film explores whether men and women can ever truly be strictly platonic friends [1]. It grossed $193 million at the box office [3].

Documented claims

  • The film asks whether men and women can truly be strictly platonic friends. [1]
  • Harry and Sally first meet in 1977 and later try to stay friends without sex becoming an issue. [1]

Questions and answers

What is the famous line from When Harry Met Sally?

The film is known for the line 'I'll have what she's having,' spoken by a diner customer after Sally's fake orgasm scene [1].

Why is When Harry Met Sally so popular?

It is considered a classic romantic comedy for its witty script, memorable scenes, and exploration of friendship and love [1].

How old was Meg Ryan when she did Harry meet Sally?

Meg Ryan was 27 years old during filming, as the movie was released in 1989 and she was born in 1961 [1].

Sources

  1. 15 Facts About When Harry Met Sally... — mentalfloss.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. 'When Harry Met Sally' Is 30 - 16 Facts About The Movie - The Forward — forward.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. When Harry Met Sally... (1989) — imdb.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  4. When Harry Met Sally... — rottentomatoes.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

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