Ordinary People
1980, English. Directed by Robert Redford.
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.
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Robert RedfordDirector
- Donald SutherlandCalvin Jarrett
- Mary Tyler MooreBeth Jarrett
- Judd HirschDr. Berger
- Timothy HuttonConrad Jarrett
- M. Emmet WalshSwim Coach
- Elizabeth McGovernJeannine Pratt
- Dinah ManoffKaren
- Fredric LehneLazenby
- James B. SikkingRay Hanley
- Basil HoffmanSloan
- Quinn K. RedekerWard
- Mariclare CostelloAudrey
Details
- Released
- 19 September 1980
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Alvin Sargent
- Budget
- $6M
- Box office
- $55M
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What Ordinary People is based on
Ordinary People is based on Ordinary People, a 1976 novel by Judith Guest, published by Viking Press.
Novel · 1976
Ordinary People
By Judith Guest
Published by Viking Press
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Ordinary People: quick answers
Is Ordinary People worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 736 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Ordinary People?
Ordinary People runs 124 minutes (2h 4m).
Does Ordinary People have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Ordinary People. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Ordinary People parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Ordinary People is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Ordinary People on?
Ordinary People isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Ordinary People?
If you liked Ordinary People, try Causeway, A Killer Among Friends, The Sixth Sense.
Who directed Ordinary People?
Ordinary People (1980) was directed by Robert Redford and stars Donald Sutherland, Mary Tyler Moore, Judd Hirsch.
What is Ordinary People based on?
Ordinary People is based on Ordinary People, a 1976 novel by Judith Guest, published by Viking Press.