A Long Way Home (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 7.9
Released in 1981, A Long Way Home is a drama and tv movie film directed by Robert Markowitz, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A married teenager sets out to find his long-lost brother and sister years after all three had been placed with different families following their abandonment by their migrant worker parents. Luckily, he finds a compassionate social worker who, at first reluctantly, decides to help him cut through the bureaucratic red tape.
Who’s in it. A Long Way Home stars Timothy Hutton as Donald Branch Booth, Brenda Vaccaro as Lillian Jacobs, Rosanna Arquette as Rose Cavanaugh and Paul Regina as David Branch Czaky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.9/10, A Long Way Home has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Long Way Home page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Long Way Home tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Long Way Home (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Long Way Home change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Long Way Home worth watching?
- A Long Way Home holds an audience score of 7.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Long Way Home?
- A Long Way Home stars Timothy Hutton, Brenda Vaccaro, Rosanna Arquette, Paul Regina and John Lehne.
- When was A Long Way Home released?
- A Long Way Home was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.