Square Dance (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1987, Square Dance is a drama and romance film directed by Daniel Petrie, running about 112 minutes. “Sometimes leaving is the first step to finding home.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An awkward 13-year-old leaves her cranky grandfather in rural Texas, to live with her mother in Fort Worth.
Who’s in it. Square Dance stars Rob Lowe as Rory, Jason Robards as Dillard, Winona Ryder as Gemma and Jane Alexander as Juanelle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Square Dance has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $225.4K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Square Dance page.
If you liked it. Fans of Square Dance tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Square Dance (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Square Dance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Square Dance worth watching?
- Square Dance holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Square Dance?
- Square Dance stars Rob Lowe, Jason Robards, Winona Ryder, Jane Alexander and Irma P. Hall.
- When was Square Dance released?
- Square Dance was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.