Ordinary People
Beth, Calvin, and their son Conrad are living in the aftermath of the death of the other son. Conrad is overcome by grief and misplaced guilt to the extent of a suicide attempt. He is in therapy. Beth had always preferred his brother and is having difficulty being supportive to Conrad. Calvin is trapped between the two trying to hold the family together.
Where to stream Ordinary People
Streaming now in the United States on Kanopy and Hoopla.
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Ordinary People (1980) 35mm film trailer, flat hard matte, 1440p
Ordinary People and Melvin and Howard Win Writing Awards: 1981 Oscars
Robert Redford Wins Best Directing: 53rd Oscars (1981)
Ordinary People Wins Best Picture: 1981 Oscars
Timothy Hutton Wins Supporting Actor: 1981 Oscars
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Frequently asked questions about Ordinary People
Where can I watch Ordinary People in the United States?
Ordinary People is available to stream on Kanopy and Hoopla in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Ordinary People for free?
Ordinary People streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy and Hoopla. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Ordinary People?
Ordinary People scores 7.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Ordinary People?
Ordinary People stars Donald Sutherland, Mary Tyler Moore, Judd Hirsch, Timothy Hutton, and M. Emmet Walsh. Robert Redford is the director.
How long is Ordinary People?
Ordinary People runs 2h 4m (124 minutes).
When did Ordinary People come out?
Ordinary People was released on September 19, 1980.
Which studio made Ordinary People?
Ordinary People was produced by Paramount Pictures and Wildwood Enterprises in the United States.
What was the budget for Ordinary People?
Ordinary People was made on a budget of $6,000,000.
How much did Ordinary People make at the box office?
Ordinary People grossed $54,766,923 worldwide, against a budget of $6,000,000.
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