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Fifth of July

1982Movie2 h 9 min

DramaTV Movie
75
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.1

A deeply moving, melancholic drama movie about everyday modern life and family, with standout characters and performances.

Good for date night · friends night · thought-provoking

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Story

Ken Talley, a Vietnam vet who lost his legs in combat, lives in a farmhouse in rural Missouri with his lover, Jed. Traumatized and bitter, Ken struggles to find meaning in his life. As he contemplates selling the farmhouse, old friends and family members descend for a vacation. Originally broadcast as part of the series "American Playhouse" (season 1, episode 9).

Feels like

  • Post-Vietnam Drama
  • Ensemble Character Study
  • Family & Friendship
  • Trauma and Healing
  • Queer Relationship
  • Rural American Life
  • Bittersweet Narrative
  • Philosophical Themes
  • Play Adaptation
  • Social Reflection

Cast

7 of 7

Crew

Directed by
Kirk Browning, Marshall W. Mason
Written by
Lanford Wilson
Produced by
Samuel Paul
Music by
Ken Hahn, Jonathan Hogan, John Adams

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Facts

October 11, 1982 · 2 h 9 min · Strong Language, Suicide Themes

Released
October 11, 1982
Runtime
2 h 9 min
Content
Strong Language, Suicide Themes
Genres
Drama, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is Fifth of July worth watching?"

Questions about Fifth of July

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Fifth of July worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75 (IMDb 8.1).

Is Fifth of July plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (10 of 10) and dialogue centrality (10 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Fifth of July good for date night?

and 1 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.