Sweet Home Alabama
2002, English. Directed by Andy Tennant.
Sometimes what you're looking for is right where you left it.
New York fashion designer Melanie Carmichael suddenly finds herself engaged to the city's most eligible bachelor. But her past holds many secrets—including Jake, the redneck husband she married in high school, who refuses to divorce her. Bound and determined to end their contentious relationship once and for all, Melanie sneaks back home to Alabama to confront her past.
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 1,822 TMDB viewer ratings.
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YouTubeCast & crew
- Andy TennantDirector
- Reese WitherspoonMelanie Smooter
- Josh LucasJake Perry
- Patrick DempseyAndrew Hennings
- Candice BergenMayor Kate Hennings
- Mary Kay PlacePearl Smooter
- Fred WardEarl Smooter
- Jean SmartStella Kay Perry
- Ethan EmbryBobby Ray
- Melanie LynskeyLurlynn
- Courtney GainsSheriff Wade
- Mary Lynn RajskubDorothea
- Rhona MitraTabatha Wadmore-Smith
Details
- Released
- 26 September 2002
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- C. Jay Cox, Douglas J. Eboch
- Budget
- $30M
- Box office
- $181M
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Sweet Home Alabama: quick answers
Is Sweet Home Alabama worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 1,822 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Sweet Home Alabama?
Sweet Home Alabama runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Does Sweet Home Alabama have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sweet Home Alabama. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Sweet Home Alabama parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Sweet Home Alabama is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Sweet Home Alabama on?
Sweet Home Alabama isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sweet Home Alabama?
If you liked Sweet Home Alabama, try Runaway Bride, Crossing Delancey, The Wedding Singer.
Who directed Sweet Home Alabama?
Sweet Home Alabama (2002) was directed by Andy Tennant and stars Reese Witherspoon, Josh Lucas, Patrick Dempsey.