Normal (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 2003, Normal is a drama and tv movie film directed by Jane Anderson, running about 110 minutes. “Love. Marriage. Acceptance. Sex change.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Midwestern husband and father announces his plan to have a sex change operation.
Who’s in it. Normal stars Tom Wilkinson as Roy 'Ruth' Applewood, Jessica Lange as Irma Applewood, Hayden Panettiere as Patty Ann Applewood and Clancy Brown as Frank, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Normal has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Normal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Normal tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Normal (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Normal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Normal worth watching?
- Normal holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Normal?
- Normal stars Tom Wilkinson, Jessica Lange, Hayden Panettiere, Clancy Brown and Richard Bull.
- When was Normal released?
- Normal was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.
