Fade-In (1973): cast, story & where to watch

1973 · Film · ★ 3.8

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Released in 1973, Fade-In is a drama, romance, tv movie and western film directed by Jud Taylor, running about 93 minutes.

What it’s about. A sophisticated Hollywood film editor, on location for a film she is working on, falls for a local cowboy who is hired to work on the film.

Who’s in it. Fade-In stars Burt Reynolds as Rob, Barbara Loden as Jean, Patricia Casey as Pat and Joseph V. Perry as George, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Fade-In has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fade-In page.

If you liked it. Fans of Fade-In tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Fade-In (1973)?
In GB, Fade-In is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Fade-In worth watching?
Fade-In holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance, tv movie and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Fade-In?
Fade-In stars Burt Reynolds, Barbara Loden, Patricia Casey, Joseph V. Perry and Terence Stamp.
When was Fade-In released?
Fade-In was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.