L.A. Story

L.A. Story
Theatrical release poster
Directed byMick Jackson
Written bySteve Martin
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyAndrew Dunn
Edited by
Music byPeter Melnick
Production
company
Distributed byTri-Star Pictures
Release date
  • February 8, 1991 (1991-02-08)
Running time
98 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish
Box office$28.9 million

L.A. Story is a 1991 American satirical romantic comedy film written by and starring Steve Martin and directed by Mick Jackson. The film also stars Victoria Tennant, Richard E. Grant, and Marilu Henner. Inspired by elements from Shakespearean plays, in particular A Midsummer Night's Dream and The Tempest, the plot follows a weatherman (Martin) trying to find love in Los Angeles. It was released in the United States on February 8, 1991, and received generally positive reviews from critics.