Violets are Blue (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1986, Violets are Blue is a drama and romance film directed by Jack Fisk, running about 88 minutes. “There's a summer you'll always remember, and a hope that if you go back, it will all happen again.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After fifteen years of traveling around the world, Gussie, a famous photographer, returns to the Maryland coastal resort where she grew up. She meets her high school sweetheart, Henry, who is now married and running the local newspaper he inherited from his father. An awkward and tension-filled romance ensues.
Who’s in it. Violets are Blue stars Sissy Spacek as Augusta "Gussie" Sawyer, Kevin Kline as Henry Squires, Bonnie Bedelia as Ruth Squires and Mike Starr as Tony, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Violets are Blue has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Violets are Blue page.
If you liked it. Fans of Violets are Blue tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Violets are Blue (1986)?
- In US, Violets are Blue is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Violets are Blue worth watching?
- Violets are Blue holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Violets are Blue?
- Violets are Blue stars Sissy Spacek, Kevin Kline, Bonnie Bedelia, Mike Starr and John Kellogg.
- When was Violets are Blue released?
- Violets are Blue was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.