Places in the Heart (1984): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: Places in the Heart
Director: Robert Benton
Genre: Drama
Released: 1984
Duration: 111 min
Cast: Sally Field, Lindsay Crouse, John Malkovich, Danny Glover, Ed Harris

What Places in the Heart Is About

In 1935 rural Texas, recently widowed Edna Spaulding struggles to survive with two small children, a farm to run, and very little money in the bank - not to mention a deadly tornado and the unwelcome presence of the Ku Klux Klan. Edna is aided by her beautician sister, Margaret; a blind boarder, Mr. Will; and a would-be thief, Moze, who decides to teach Edna how to plant and harvest cotton.

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What is Places in the Heart about?

In 1935 rural Texas, recently widowed Edna Spaulding struggles to survive with two small children, a farm to run, and very little money in the bank - not to mention a deadly tornado and the unwelcome presence of the Ku Klux Klan. Edna is aided by her beautician sister, Margaret; a blind boarder, Mr.

Where can I watch Places in the Heart?

Places in the Heart is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Places in the Heart?

Places in the Heart runs for 111 minutes (1h 51m).

When did Places in the Heart come out?

Places in the Heart was released in 1984.

Who directed Places in the Heart?

Places in the Heart was directed by Robert Benton.

Who stars in Places in the Heart?

Places in the Heart stars Sally Field, Lindsay Crouse, John Malkovich, Danny Glover.

What is Places in the Heart's rating?

Places in the Heart holds 7.4/10 on IMDb and 7.2/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 71 out of 100.