Where to start withManhattan
2 versions · originally a film, 1979
Themes: Infidelity, Age Gap Romance, Existential Crisis, Moral Ambiguity, Urban Angst.
Start with Manhattan (Woody Allen, 1979) — the film. Manhattan exists in 2 versions across media, beginning as a film in 1979; each is ranked below by what it does best.
Manhattan has more than one version — here's where most fans start, and what each offers.
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Manhattan (1979)
The original movie
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Woody Allen · Film · 1979
The original movie, 1979.
Common questions
Is Manhattan (1979) related to the Manhattan (2014) television series?
No, Manhattan (1979) is a feature film directed by Woody Allen, while Manhattan (2014) is a television drama series focused on the Manhattan Project. They are distinct productions with different creative teams, plots, and historical contexts, sharing only the same title.
What is the primary difference between Manhattan (1979) and Manhattan (2014)?
Manhattan (1979) is a black-and-white comedy-drama film set in contemporary New York City. Conversely, Manhattan (2014) is a television series set during the 1940s that explores the lives of scientists and their families working on the atomic bomb during the Manhattan Project.
Should I watch Manhattan (1979) before starting the Manhattan (2014) series?
There is no requirement to watch Manhattan (1979) before viewing the Manhattan (2014) series. The film and the television series are completely unrelated in terms of narrative, characters, and setting, so you can watch either one independently without missing any necessary context.
Is Manhattan (2014) a sequel to the Manhattan (1979) film?
Manhattan (2014) is not a sequel to the 1979 film Manhattan. The film is a standalone cinematic work, while the television series is a historical drama. They share the same title but represent entirely separate projects with no shared story elements or continuity.