Rip Van Winkle (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1987, Rip Van Winkle is a fantasy, tv movie and history film directed by Francis Ford Coppola, running about 49 minutes.
What it’s about. A lazy man falls asleep for twenty years.
Who’s in it. Rip Van Winkle stars Harry Dean Stanton as Rip Van Winkle, Talia Shire as Wilma Van Winkle, Ed Begley Jr. as Brom Dutcher and Hunter Carson as Little Rip, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Rip Van Winkle has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rip Van Winkle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rip Van Winkle tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rip Van Winkle (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rip Van Winkle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rip Van Winkle worth watching?
- Rip Van Winkle holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rip Van Winkle?
- Rip Van Winkle stars Harry Dean Stanton, Talia Shire, Ed Begley Jr., Hunter Carson and Tim Conway.
- When was Rip Van Winkle released?
- Rip Van Winkle was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 49 minutes.