

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

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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Norma Rae stars Sally Field, Ron Leibman, Beau Bridges, and Pat Hingle, and was directed by Martin Ritt.
Norma Rae has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Norma Rae was released in 1979.
Norma Rae is a drama film.
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.
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