The War of the Roses is a 1989 American black comedy film based upon the 1981 novel of the same name by Warren Adler. The film follows a wealthy couple with a seemingly perfect marriage. When their marriage begins to fall apart, material possessions become the center of an outrageous and bitter divorce battle.

Directed by Danny DeVito

Screenplay by Michael J. Leeson

Based on The War of the Roses

by Warren Adler

Produced by James L. Brooks

Arnon Milchan

Starring

Michael Douglas

Kathleen Turner

Danny DeVito