Norma Rae (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1979, Norma Rae is a drama film directed by Martin Ritt, running about 110 minutes. “The story of a woman with the courage to risk everything for what she believes is right.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. 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 her factory.
Who’s in it. Norma Rae stars Sally Field as Norma Rae, Beau Bridges as Sonny, Ron Leibman as Reuben and Pat Hingle as Vernon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Norma Rae has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $22.2M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Norma Rae page.
If you liked it. Fans of Norma Rae tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Norma Rae (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Norma Rae change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Norma Rae worth watching?
- Norma Rae 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 Norma Rae?
- Norma Rae stars Sally Field, Beau Bridges, Ron Leibman, Pat Hingle and Barbara Baxley.
- When was Norma Rae released?
- Norma Rae was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.