Separate Ways (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1981, Separate Ways is a drama film directed by Howard Avedis, running about 92 minutes. “She needed his love- but had to leave home to get it” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A wife unhappy in her marriage begins an affair with an art student, unaware that her husband, a race driver, is also having an affair.
Who’s in it. Separate Ways stars Karen Black as Valentine Colby, Tony Lo Bianco as Ken Colby, Arlene Golonka as Annie Donahue and Monte Markham as Cliff Johnson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Separate Ways has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Separate Ways page.
If you liked it. Fans of Separate Ways tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Separate Ways (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Separate Ways change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Separate Ways worth watching?
- Separate Ways holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Separate Ways?
- Separate Ways stars Karen Black, Tony Lo Bianco, Arlene Golonka, Monte Markham and David Naughton.
- When was Separate Ways released?
- Separate Ways was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.