Norma Rae
1979, English. Directed by Martin Ritt.
The story of a woman with the courage to risk everything for what she believes is right.
Norma Rae is a southern textile worker employed in a factory with intolerable working conditions. This concern about the situation gives her the gumption to be the key associate to a visiting labor union organizer. Together, they undertake the difficult, and possibly dangerous, struggle to unionize her factory.
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 2 March 1979
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Irving Ravetch, Harriet Frank Jr.
- Budget
- $4.5M
- Box office
- $22M
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What Norma Rae is based on
Norma Rae is adapted from a novel.
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Norma Rae: quick answers
Is Norma Rae worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 217 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Norma Rae?
Norma Rae runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Does Norma Rae have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Norma Rae. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Norma Rae parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Norma Rae is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Norma Rae on?
Norma Rae isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 March 1979. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Norma Rae?
If you liked Norma Rae, try Selma, Flamin' Hot, To Kill a Mockingbird.
Who directed Norma Rae?
Norma Rae (1979) was directed by Martin Ritt and stars Sally Field, Ron Leibman, Beau Bridges.
What is Norma Rae based on?
Norma Rae is adapted from a novel.