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Leaving Normal

1992Movie1 h 50 min

52

MediocreGoodWatch score

52

MediocreGoodWatch score

Rotten Tomatoes

Summary

Darly, a waitress with a past that's weighing her down, decides to drive to Alaska to try and come to terms with her unfortunate history. Along the way, she meets Marianne, an impulsive young woman leaving an abusive relationship.

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Date night
Family movie night
Friends night

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Not for scares.

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Crew

Directed by: Edward Zwick
Written by: Ed Solomon
Produced by: Lindsay Doran
Music by: W.G. Snuffy Walden

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Facts

April 29, 1992 · 1 h 50 min · Strong Language

Released: April 29, 1992
Runtime: 1 h 50 min
Content: Strong Language
Genres: Drama, Comedy
Original language: English
Made in: United States
Available in: 55 countries

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Questions about Leaving Normal

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Where can I stream Leaving Normal?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Leaving Normal from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

Is Leaving Normal worth watching?

52

MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52 (IMDb 6.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 40%). Audiences rate it higher (67 out of 100) than critics (40).

Is Leaving Normal okay for kids?

Strong language

Yes: its content advisories are strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will Leaving Normal make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Is Leaving Normal plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.