Movie

Breaking Home Ties

“Leaving is never easy. Coming home can be even harder.”

★ 7.3(3)19871h 35m

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Good to know

Director: John Wilder
Release date: 1987-11-26
Runtime: 1h 35m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Telecom Entertainment Inc.

About Breaking Home Ties

Breaking Home Ties is a 1987 movie in the Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by John Wilder, starring Jason Robards, Eva Marie Saint and Claire Trevor. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Breaking Home Ties in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Inspired by a Norman Rockwell painting, this 1950s coming of age drama centers on a young man leaving home to attend college, where he will learn the lessons in becoming a man. While his family must deal with a life threatening illness.

Cast

Jason Robards

Lloyd Wells

Eva Marie Saint

Emma Wells

Claire Trevor

Grace Porter

Doug McKeon

Lonnie Wells

Erin Gray

Carol

J. Eddie Peck

Brad

Parley Baer

Sears

Kristen Lux

Bonnie Jo

David Denney

Roy

Norman Bennett

Tom Campitelli

Jerry Haynes

Dr. Hendrickson

Themes & keywords

farmnostalgiacoming of ageillnesscollege freshmanfather son relationshipmother son relationship

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Breaking Home Ties in Mexico?+

Breaking Home Ties is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Breaking Home Ties on Netflix?+

Breaking Home Ties is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Breaking Home Ties?+

Breaking Home Ties has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in Breaking Home Ties?+

Breaking Home Ties stars Jason Robards, Eva Marie Saint, Claire Trevor, Doug McKeon and Erin Gray.

When did Breaking Home Ties come out?+

Breaking Home Ties is a 1987 movie directed by John Wilder.

What genre is Breaking Home Ties?+

Breaking Home Ties is Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed Breaking Home Ties?+

Breaking Home Ties was directed by John Wilder.