The Field (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1990, The Field is a drama film directed by Jim Sheridan, running about 110 minutes. “It Owns Him...It Possesses Him...And It Could Even Destroy Him” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. "Bull" McCabe's family has farmed a field for generations, sacrificing much in the name of the land. When the widow who owns the field decides to sell it in a public auction, McCabe knows that he must own it. While no local dare bid against him, a wealthy American decides he requires the field to build a highway. "Bull" and his son decide they must try to convince the American to let go of his ambition and return home, but the consequences of their plot prove sinister.
Who’s in it. The Field stars Richard Harris as 'Bull' McCabe, John Hurt as Bird' O'Donnell, Sean Bean as Tadgh McCabe and Frances Tomelty as Widow, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Field has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $1.5M at the box office.
Where to watch. In AU you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Field page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Field tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Field (1990)?
- In AU, The Field is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Field worth watching?
- The Field holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Field?
- The Field stars Richard Harris, John Hurt, Sean Bean, Frances Tomelty and Brenda Fricker.
- When was The Field released?
- The Field was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.