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Ironweed

Ironweed

Hard times and Good times. Francis and Helen.

An alcoholic drifter spends Halloween in his hometown of Albany, New York after returning there for the first time in decades.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Ironweed
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1987-12-18
  • Runtime: 143 minutes
  • Rating: 6.3/10 (131 votes)
  • Budget: $27,000,000
  • Revenue: $7,300,000
  • Production Companies: TAFT Entertainment Pictures, HBO, Keith Barish Productions, TriStar Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.3547
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Jack Nicholson

Jack Nicholson

as Francis Phelan

Meryl Streep

Meryl Streep

as Helen Archer

Carroll Baker

Carroll Baker

as Annie Phelan

Michael O'Keefe

Michael O'Keefe

as Billy

Diane Venora

Diane Venora

as Peg

Fred Gwynne

Fred Gwynne

as Oscar Reo

Margaret Whitton

Margaret Whitton

as Katrina

Tom Waits

Tom Waits

as Rudy

Jake Dengel

Jake Dengel

as Pee Wee

Nathan Lane

Nathan Lane

as Harold Allen

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Ironweed Trailer

External Links

Keywords

forgivenessloyaltyhomelessnessdrifteraccidental deathalcoholicestranged fatherhaunted by the pastdrunkennessghosts of the pasthobo1930sliving on the streetsmissionsbumsalbany, new york

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ironweed?

Ironweed is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1987-12-18.

Who are the main actors in Ironweed?

The main cast includes Jack Nicholson, Meryl Streep, Carroll Baker, Michael O'Keefe, Diane Venora, .

Where can I watch Ironweed online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Ironweed is available.

Is Ironweed based on a true story?

Hard times and Good times. Francis and Helen.

What is the IMDb rating of Ironweed?

Ironweed has an IMDb rating of 6.3/10 based on 131 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Ironweed?

The movie had a production budget of $27,000,000 and earned $7,300,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Ironweed?

The soundtrack was composed by TAFT Entertainment Pictures, HBO, Keith Barish Productions, TriStar Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Ironweed filmed?

Ironweed was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Ironweed?

The total runtime of Ironweed is 143 minutes.

Is Ironweed suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Ironweed?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Ironweed.

Does Ironweed have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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