The Best Place to Be (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1979, The Best Place to Be is a drama and tv movie film directed by David Miller, running about 195 minutes.
What it’s about. A widow's life is thrown into turmoil by her hippie daughter, her rebellious teenage son, and an ill-starred love affair she is having with a much younger man -- and then a former suitor comes back into the picture.
Who’s in it. The Best Place to Be stars Efrem Zimbalist Jr. as Bill Reardon, Donna Reed as Sheila Callahan, Mildred Dunnock as Rose Price and Betty White as Sally Cantrell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Best Place to Be 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 The Best Place to Be page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Best Place to Be tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Best Place to Be (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Best Place to Be change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Best Place to Be worth watching?
- The Best Place to Be holds an audience score of 6.0 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 The Best Place to Be?
- The Best Place to Be stars Efrem Zimbalist Jr., Donna Reed, Mildred Dunnock, Betty White and John Phillip Law.
- When was The Best Place to Be released?
- The Best Place to Be was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 195 minutes.