Going Home (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1971, Going Home is a drama film directed by Herbert B. Leonard, running about 97 minutes. “Harry Graham is going home after 15 years in prison. His son still wants to see him hang.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After doing 13 years in prison for the murder of his wife, mechanic Harry Graham is out on parole and looking to rebuild his life in a small seaside community. He settles into a trailer park and finds both a job and a girlfriend. But things get difficult for Harry when his estranged son, Jimmy, shows up. He witnessed his mother's murder as a child and, after years spent in foster homes, has come looking for revenge.
Who’s in it. Going Home stars Robert Mitchum as Harry K. Graham, Jan-Michael Vincent as Jimmy Graham, Brenda Vaccaro as Jenny and Jason Bernard as Jimmy (at age 6), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Going Home 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 Going Home page.
If you liked it. Fans of Going Home tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Going Home (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Going Home change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Going Home worth watching?
- Going Home holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Going Home?
- Going Home stars Robert Mitchum, Jan-Michael Vincent, Brenda Vaccaro, Jason Bernard and Sally Kirkland.
- When was Going Home released?
- Going Home was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.