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Joni

1979Movie1 h 52 min

Drama
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Rotten Tomatoes–70%
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Rotten Tomatoes–70%

Summary

Based on Joni Eareckson's autobiography. She becomes paralyzed after breaking her neck in a swimming accident at age 17. Trying to cope with her new life, she learns to paint using her mouth.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Teens

Skip it if

  • You want something to laugh at

Where to watch

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Not for laughs or scares.

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Cast

15 of 15

Crew

Directed by
James F. Collier
Written by
James F. Collier, Joni Eareckson Tada, Joe Musser
Produced by
Frank R. Jacobson
Music by
Ralph Carmichael

Everyone

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Facts

June 1, 1979 · 1 h 52 min · Drama

Released
June 1, 1979
Runtime
1 h 52 min
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
67 countries

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Joni?"

Questions about Joni

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Joni?

PlexPrimefuboTVHooplaFandango at Home FreePluto TVTubi TV

In the United States, Joni streams on Prime and fuboTV, and it is free with ads on Plex, Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, Pluto TV, and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. It also streams in 10 other countries.

Is Joni worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66 (IMDb 6.6).

Is Joni okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Joni plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.