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Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean

1982·Movie
1h 50min·PG
79
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Big heart, immersive world.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Spectacle4
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Nostalgic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Satire & Parody4

World

Family, the mind, and history

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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A cup of coffee and a side of dreams.

On the 20th anniversary of his death, the members of a James Dean fan club gather at a five-and-dime for a reunion.
James Dean Fan ClubSmall-Town ReunionSecrets and LiesFemale EnsembleMelodramaCharacter-DrivenNostalgic ReflectionGrief and Memory

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 7.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 89%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean?

1 h 50 min

Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean runs 1 h 50 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean?

Critics89
Audiences77

Not quite. Critics rate Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean higher (89) than audiences (77). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean a box office hit?

Budget$850,000
Box office$840,000

No. It cost about $850,000 to make and earned $840,000 worldwide, 99% of its budget.

What language is Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean in 12 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.