Ironweed
1987, English. Directed by Héctor Babenco.
Hard times and Good times. Francis and Helen.
An alcoholic drifter spends Halloween in his hometown of Albany, New York after returning there for the first time in decades.
- Runtime
- 2h 23m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 149 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Ironweed isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 18 December 1987
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- William Kennedy
- Budget
- $27M
- Box office
- $7.3M
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What Ironweed is based on
Ironweed is based on Ironweed (1983) by William Kennedy, published by Viking Press.
1983
Ironweed
By William Kennedy
Published by Viking Press
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Ironweed: quick answers
Is Ironweed worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 149 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Ironweed?
Ironweed runs 143 minutes (2h 23m).
Does Ironweed have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Ironweed. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Ironweed parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Ironweed is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Ironweed on?
Ironweed isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like Ironweed?
If you liked Ironweed, try Uncle Frank, Bringing Out the Dead, Bunraku.
Who directed Ironweed?
Ironweed (1987) was directed by Héctor Babenco and stars Jack Nicholson, Meryl Streep, Carroll Baker.
What is Ironweed based on?
Ironweed is based on Ironweed (1983) by William Kennedy, published by Viking Press.