Ordinary People

Everything is in its proper place... except the past.

⭐ 7.5 /10 683 votes

September 19, 1980 2h 4m Released

Drama

Storyline

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.

Key Information

                                        Director
                                        Robert Redford
                                    

                                        Writers
                                        Alvin Sargent, Judith Guest
                                    

                                    Studio
                                    Paramount Pictures
                                

                                    Rating
                                    7.5/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Budget
                                    $6,000,000
                                

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Cast & Crew

Donald Sutherland

Calvin Jarrett

Mary Tyler Moore

Beth Jarrett

Judd Hirsch

Dr. Berger

Timothy Hutton

Conrad Jarrett

M. Emmet Walsh

Swim Coach

Elizabeth McGovern

Jeannine Pratt

Dinah Manoff

Karen

Fredric Lehne

Lazenby

James B. Sikking

Ray Hanley

Basil Hoffman

Sloan

Quinn K. Redeker

Ward

Mariclare Costello

Audrey

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ordinary People released?

Ordinary People was released on September 19, 1980.

How long is Ordinary People?

The runtime of Ordinary People is 2h 4m.

What genre is Ordinary People?

Ordinary People is a Drama movie.

What is the rating of Ordinary People?

Ordinary People has a rating of 7.5 out of 10 on TMDB.

Where can I watch Ordinary People?

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Who directed Ordinary People?

Ordinary People was directed by Robert Redford.

Who stars in Ordinary People?

The main cast of Ordinary People includes Donald Sutherland, Mary Tyler Moore, Judd Hirsch.

What language is Ordinary People in?

Ordinary People is originally in English.