Shattered Dreams
1990, English. Directed by Robert Iscove.
She Discovered a Stranger in the House... Her Husband.
Charlotte marries John. Things seem ok; John has a good job and he's going up in the world, working for the government. But every so often he loses his temper and Charlotte gets the brunt of his anger. During the 18 year course of their marriage, there are at least 8 incidents of physical abuse and countless of mental. Charlotte's family and friends tell her to leave John but she keeps going back, most likely because he has convinced her that she would be nothing without him. It finally explodes in a big divorce battle balancing on the cases of abuse.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Robert IscoveDirector
- Lindsay WagnerCharlotte Fedders
- Michael NouriJohn Fedders
- Georgann JohnsonHelen O'Donnell
- James KarenCharles O'Donnell
- Ken JenkinsHal Witt
- Irene MiracleElaine
- Stan IvarBryan Renehan
- Bryan ClarkMartin Ellis
- Tom DahlgrenJudge McAuliffe
- Jay R. FergusonOlder Dotti
- Marilyn RockafellowEllen O'Hare
- Tim AhernKevin
Details
- Released
- 13 May 1990
- Country
- United States of America
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Shattered Dreams: quick answers
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How long is Shattered Dreams?
Shattered Dreams runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Shattered Dreams have a post-credits scene?
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Shattered Dreams parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Shattered Dreams is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Shattered Dreams on?
Shattered Dreams isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Shattered Dreams?
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Who directed Shattered Dreams?
Shattered Dreams (1990) was directed by Robert Iscove and stars Lindsay Wagner, Michael Nouri, Georgann Johnson.