Norma Rae

The story of a woman with the courage to risk everything for what she believes is right.

19791h 50m7.2(212 votes)

Drama

Synopsis

Norma Rae is a southern textile worker employed in a factory with intolerable working conditions. This concern about the situation gives her the gumption to be the key associate to a visiting labor union organizer. Together, they undertake the difficult, and possibly dangerous, struggle to unionize…

Norma Rae (1979) is a drama film directed by Martin Ritt. It stars Sally Field, Ron Leibman, and Beau Bridges. The film runs for 1 hour 50 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.2 out of 10 from 212 votes.

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Director

Martin Ritt

Cast

Sally Field

Norma Rae

Ron Leibman

Reuben

Beau Bridges

Sonny

Pat Hingle

Vernon

Barbara Baxley

Leona

Gail Strickland

Bonnie Mae

Morgan Paull

Wayne Billings

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Where can I watch Norma Rae?

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Who stars in Norma Rae?

Norma Rae stars Sally Field, Ron Leibman, Beau Bridges, and Pat Hingle, and was directed by Martin Ritt.

How long is Norma Rae?

Norma Rae has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes.

When did Norma Rae come out?

Norma Rae was released in 1979.

What genre is Norma Rae?

Norma Rae is a drama film.

Is Norma Rae worth watching?

Norma Rae holds an average audience score of 7.2 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.