Driving Miss Daisy
1989, English. Directed by Bruce Beresford.
The funny, touching and totally irresistible story of a working relationship that became a 25-year friendship.
The story of an old Jewish widow named Daisy Werthan and her relationship with her black chauffeur, Hoke. From an initial mere work relationship grew in 25 years a strong friendship between the two very different characters, in a time when those types of relationships were shunned.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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7.2/10 from 1,897 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Driving Miss Daisy
Driving Miss Daisy is streaming on Howdy in India.
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Cast & crew
- Bruce BeresfordDirector
- Morgan FreemanHoke Colburn
- Jessica TandyDaisy Werthan
- Dan AykroydBoolie Werthan
- Patti LuPoneFlorine Werthan
- Esther RolleIdella
- Joann HavrillaMiss McClatchey
- William Hall Jr.Oscar
- Alvin M. SugarmanDr. Weil
- Clarice F. GeigermanNonie
- Muriel MooreMiriam
- Sylvia KalerBeulah
- Carolyn GoldNeighbor Lady
Details
- Released
- 13 December 1989
- Country
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Alfred Uhry
- Budget
- $7.5M
- Box office
- $146M
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What Driving Miss Daisy is based on
Driving Miss Daisy is based on Driving Miss Daisy, a play or musical by Alfred Uhry.
Play or musical
Driving Miss Daisy
By Alfred Uhry
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Driving Miss Daisy: quick answers
Is Driving Miss Daisy worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 1,897 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Driving Miss Daisy?
Driving Miss Daisy runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does Driving Miss Daisy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Driving Miss Daisy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Driving Miss Daisy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Driving Miss Daisy is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Driving Miss Daisy on?
Driving Miss Daisy is streaming on Howdy in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Driving Miss Daisy?
If you liked Driving Miss Daisy, try The Best of Enemies, Blue Moon, The Banker.
Who directed Driving Miss Daisy?
Driving Miss Daisy (1989) was directed by Bruce Beresford and stars Morgan Freeman, Jessica Tandy, Dan Aykroyd.
What is Driving Miss Daisy based on?
Driving Miss Daisy is based on Driving Miss Daisy, a play or musical by Alfred Uhry.