Hard Choices (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film
Released in 1985, Hard Choices is a drama and crime film directed by Rick King.
What it’s about. A teenaged boy goes for a ride with his brother and the brother's friends, who proceed to rob a store and murder the clerk. They are caught and, despite the young boy's protestations, he is convicted of murder and sent to prison. A female social worker assigned to the boy's case not only believes him, but begins to fall in love with him, and determines to either help him prove his innocence or escape.
Who’s in it. Hard Choices stars Margaret Klenck as Laura Stephens, Gary McCleery as Bobby Lipscomb, John Sayles as Don and J.T. Walsh as Deputy Anderson, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hard Choices page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hard Choices tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hard Choices (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hard Choices change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Hard Choices?
- Hard Choices stars Margaret Klenck, Gary McCleery, John Sayles, J.T. Walsh and Martin Donovan.
- When was Hard Choices released?
- Hard Choices was released in 1985.