Tender Is the Heart (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 2001, Tender Is the Heart is a drama and romance film directed by Paul S. Parco, running about 83 minutes. “Sometimes the gods punish us by answering our prayers.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A doctor falls in love with his patient, a beautiful tennis star who has just been diagnosed with a condition from which she could die if she doesn't have an operation.
Who’s in it. Tender Is the Heart stars Jennifer Gayle as Christy Redford, Jennifer Avalon as Raquel (as Tracy Ryan), Alison Miller as Beth (as Toby Miller) and Toby Miller as Beth, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Tender Is the Heart has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tender Is the Heart page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tender Is the Heart tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tender Is the Heart (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tender Is the Heart change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tender Is the Heart worth watching?
- Tender Is the Heart holds an audience score of 3.8 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 Tender Is the Heart?
- Tender Is the Heart stars Jennifer Gayle, Jennifer Avalon, Alison Miller, Toby Miller and Todd Holliday.
- When was Tender Is the Heart released?
- Tender Is the Heart was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.