The Evening Star
1996, English. Directed by Robert Harling.
The continuing story of 'Terms of Endearment'.
Continuing the story of Aurora Greenway in her latter years. After the death of her daughter, Aurora struggled to keep her family together, but has one grandson in jail, a rebellious granddaughter, and another grandson living just above the poverty line.
- Runtime
- 2h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Snoozefest
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5.9/10 from 83 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Evening Star isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Part of a series
Terms of Endearment: watch order
Cast & crew
- Robert HarlingDirector
- Shirley MacLaineAurora Greenway
- Bill PaxtonJerry Bruckner
- Juliette LewisMelanie Horton
- Miranda RichardsonPatsy Carpenter
- Ben JohnsonArthur Cotton
- Scott WolfBruce
- George NewbernTommy Horton
- Marion RossRosie Dunlop
- Mackenzie AstinTeddy Horton
- Donald MoffatHector Scott
- Jennifer GrantEllen
- China KantnerJane
Details
- Released
- 25 December 1996
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Harling
- Box office
- $13M
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What The Evening Star is based on
The Evening Star is adapted from a novel.
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The Evening Star: quick answers
What should I watch before The Evening Star?
Watch Terms of Endearment (1983) first.
Is The Evening Star worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 83 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Evening Star?
The Evening Star runs 129 minutes (2h 9m).
Does The Evening Star have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Evening Star. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Evening Star parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Evening Star is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Evening Star on?
The Evening Star isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Evening Star?
If you liked The Evening Star, try In the Land of Women, The Private Lives of Pippa Lee, Spoiler Alert.
Who directed The Evening Star?
The Evening Star (1996) was directed by Robert Harling and stars Shirley MacLaine, Bill Paxton, Juliette Lewis.
What is The Evening Star based on?
The Evening Star is adapted from a novel.