Finding the Way Home (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 7.5

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Released in 1991, Finding the Way Home is a drama and tv movie film directed by Rod Holcomb, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. Sixty year old Max is having something of a middle-age crisis. His marriage seems to go nowhere as the passion, tenderness and happiness vanished when their daughter moved out. On top of that he owns an antique hardware store which is close to bankruptcy. While driving home Max is involved in a traffic accident which gives him amnesia. Confused, lost and in a disordered state, he wanders into a camp full of Latin American farm workers. There he finds a new meaning of life, happiness and a sense of belonging. However, as his memory slowly returns, it's inevitable that he must confront his past.

Who’s in it. Finding the Way Home stars George C. Scott as Max Mittelman, Héctor Elizondo as Ruben Lazarado, Julie Carmen as Elena Lazarado and Beverly Garland as Arlene Mittelman, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Finding the Way Home has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Finding the Way Home page.

If you liked it. Fans of Finding the Way Home tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Finding the Way Home (1991)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Finding the Way Home change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Finding the Way Home worth watching?
Finding the Way Home holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Finding the Way Home?
Finding the Way Home stars George C. Scott, Héctor Elizondo, Julie Carmen, Beverly Garland and Jose Alcala.
When was Finding the Way Home released?
Finding the Way Home was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.