Sons (1990): cast, story & where to watch

1990 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 1990, Sons is a comedy and drama film directed by Alexandre Rockwell, running about 89 minutes.

What it’s about. A comedy drama that played the festival circuit before vanishing without trace. Forsythe, Sweeney and Miranda are the trio of stepbrothers accompanying paralysed father Fuller on a jaunt to Normandy, where the old boy saw combat and romantic action during the war. Jennifer Beals, a regular in husband Rockwell's movies, plays a transvestite.

Who’s in it. Sons stars William Hickey as Roger, Samuel Fuller as Father, D.B. Sweeney as Rich and Rockets Redglare as Man on Porch #1, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Sons sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Sons tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sons (1990)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sons change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Sons worth watching?
Sons holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Sons?
Sons stars William Hickey, Samuel Fuller, D.B. Sweeney, Rockets Redglare and Anthony Powers.
When was Sons released?
Sons was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.