Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case
1980, English. Directed by Peter Levin.
Based on the well-publicized Oregon criminal case of the late 1970s, this film dramatizes the unique dispute in which Greta Rideout instigated the prosecution of her husband, John, charging him with raping her.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Peter LevinDirector
- Mickey RourkeJohn Rideout
- Linda HamiltonGreta Rideout
- Rip TornCharles Burt
- Eugene RocheGary Gortmaker
- Conchata FerrellHelen
- Gail StricklandJean Christensen
- Bonnie BartlettNorma Joyce
- Richard VentureJudge Richard Barber
- Alley MillsWanda
- Paul KosloRalph Larson
- Mo MaloneSally
- Gerald McRaneyCliff Sulkes
Details
- Released
- 30 October 1980
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Hesper Anderson
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Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case: quick answers
Is Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case worth watching?
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How long is Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case?
Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case have a post-credits scene?
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Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case on?
Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 30 October 1980. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case?
If you liked Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case, try The Assault, The Christmas Shoes, Garage Sale Mystery: A Case Of Murder.
Who directed Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case?
Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case (1980) was directed by Peter Levin and stars Mickey Rourke, Linda Hamilton, Rip Torn.