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Promises in the Dark

“A remarkable film about the most disturbing subject of all.”

★ 5.9(11)19791h 58m

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Good to know

Director: Jerome Hellman
Release date: 1979-11-02
Runtime: 1h 58m
Language: English
Budget: $5,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Orion Pictures

About Promises in the Dark

Promises in the Dark is a 1979 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Jerome Hellman, starring Marsha Mason, Ned Beatty and Susan Clark. It has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 11 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Promises in the Dark in Saudi Arabia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A young doctor, Alexandra Kendall, seeking change while recovering from a recent heartbreak, moves from Chicago, Illinois to Hartford, Connecticut. She joins the West Hartford medical practice of Dr. Walter McInterny, a doctor approaching retirement age. 17-year-old Elizabeth "Buffy" Koenig is a precocious student at West Hartford's William Hall High School. Her boyfriend Gerry is a football player at Hall High. While Dr. McInterny is away on vacation, longtime patient Buffy hurts her leg while harmlessly kicking a soccer ball during Gerry's nearby football practice. At the hospital, Dr. Kendall finds that not only is the leg broken, but the bone was also weakened by cancer. Dr. Kendall treats Buffy and the two develop a bond that extends beyond the doctor-patient relationship; Dr. Kendall is drawn to Buffy's humor and raw honesty.

Cast

Marsha Mason

Dr. Alexandra Kendall

Ned Beatty

Bud Koenig

Susan Clark

Fran Koenig

Michael Brandon

Dr. Jim Sandman

Kathleen Beller

Elizabeth (Buffy) Koenig

Donald Moffat

Dr. Walter McInerny

Bonnie Bartlett

Nurse Farber

James Noble

Dr. Blankenship

Paul Clemens

Gerry Hulin

Themes & keywords

connecticutdoctor

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Promises in the Dark in Saudi Arabia?+

Promises in the Dark is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Saudi Arabia. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Promises in the Dark on Netflix?+

Promises in the Dark is not on Netflix in Saudi Arabia right now.

How long is Promises in the Dark?+

Promises in the Dark has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).

Who stars in Promises in the Dark?+

Promises in the Dark stars Marsha Mason, Ned Beatty, Susan Clark, Michael Brandon and Kathleen Beller.

When did Promises in the Dark come out?+

Promises in the Dark is a 1979 movie directed by Jerome Hellman.

What genre is Promises in the Dark?+

Promises in the Dark is Drama film.

Who directed Promises in the Dark?+

Promises in the Dark was directed by Jerome Hellman.