
Fried Green Tomatoes
The secret of life? The secret's in the sauce.
Amidst her own personality crisis, a southern housewife meets an outgoing old woman who tells her the story of Idgie Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison, two young women who experienced hardships and love in 1920s Whistle Stop, Alabama.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Fried Green Tomatoes
- Genres: Drama, Comedy
- Release Date: 1991-12-27
- Runtime: 130 minutes
- Rating: 7.7/10 (1398 votes)
- Budget: $11,000,000
- Revenue: $119,418,501
- Production Companies: Universal Pictures, Act III Productions, Avnet/Kerner Productions, Electric Shadow Productions, Fried Green Tomatoes Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.8137
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Kathy Bates
as Evelyn Couch

Jessica Tandy
as Ninny Threadgoode

Mary-Louise Parker
as Ruth Jamison

Mary Stuart Masterson
as Idgie Threadgoode

Cicely Tyson
as Sipsey

Stan Shaw
as Big George

Chris O'Donnell
as Buddy Threadgoode

Gailard Sartain
as Ed Couch

Timothy Scott
as Smokey Lonesome

Gary Basaraba
as Grady Kilgore
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Trailers & Clips
Fried Green Tomatoes | Idgie Saves Ruth From Her Abusive Husband | 30th Anniversary Extended Preview
Cinemoments: Fried Green Tomatoes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fried Green Tomatoes?▼
Fried Green Tomatoes is a Drama, Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1991-12-27.
Who are the main actors in Fried Green Tomatoes?▼
The main cast includes Kathy Bates, Jessica Tandy, Mary-Louise Parker, Mary Stuart Masterson, Cicely Tyson, .
Where can I watch Fried Green Tomatoes online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Fried Green Tomatoes is available.
Is Fried Green Tomatoes based on a true story?▼
The secret of life? The secret's in the sauce.
What is the IMDb rating of Fried Green Tomatoes?▼
Fried Green Tomatoes has an IMDb rating of 7.7/10 based on 1398 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Fried Green Tomatoes?▼
The movie had a production budget of $11,000,000 and earned $119,418,501 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Fried Green Tomatoes?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Universal Pictures, Act III Productions, Avnet/Kerner Productions, Electric Shadow Productions, Fried Green Tomatoes Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Fried Green Tomatoes filmed?▼
Fried Green Tomatoes was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Fried Green Tomatoes?▼
The total runtime of Fried Green Tomatoes is 130 minutes.
Is Fried Green Tomatoes suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Fried Green Tomatoes?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Fried Green Tomatoes.
Does Fried Green Tomatoes have a post-credit scene?▼
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