Ordinary People
Everything is in its proper place... except the past.
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Ordinary People
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1980-09-19
- Runtime: 124 minutes
- Rating: 7.5/10 (654 votes)
- Budget: $6,000,000
- Revenue: $54,766,923
- Production Companies: Paramount Pictures, Wildwood Enterprises
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.6577
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Donald Sutherland
as Calvin Jarrett
Mary Tyler Moore
as Beth Jarrett
Judd Hirsch
as Dr. Berger
Timothy Hutton
as Conrad Jarrett
M. Emmet Walsh
as Swim Coach
Elizabeth McGovern
as Jeannine Pratt
Dinah Manoff
as Karen
Fredric Lehne
as Lazenby
James B. Sikking
as Ray Hanley
Basil Hoffman
as Sloan
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
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
What is Ordinary People?▼
Ordinary People is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1980-09-19.
Who are the main actors in Ordinary People?▼
The main cast includes Donald Sutherland, Mary Tyler Moore, Judd Hirsch, Timothy Hutton, M. Emmet Walsh, .
Where can I watch Ordinary People online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Ordinary People is available.
Is Ordinary People based on a true story?▼
Everything is in its proper place... except the past.
What is the IMDb rating of Ordinary People?▼
Ordinary People has an IMDb rating of 7.5/10 based on 654 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Ordinary People?▼
The movie had a production budget of $6,000,000 and earned $54,766,923 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Ordinary People?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures, Wildwood Enterprises. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Ordinary People filmed?▼
Ordinary People was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Ordinary People?▼
The total runtime of Ordinary People is 124 minutes.
Is Ordinary People suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Ordinary People?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Ordinary People.
Does Ordinary People have a post-credit scene?▼
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