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Welcome Back, Norman (1979): cast, story & where to watch

1979 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 1979, Welcome Back, Norman is a comedy film directed by Shevard Goldstein, running about 9 minutes.

What it’s about. Another disturbing glimpse at a day in the life of pitiful bumbler Norman Krasner. Returning home from a business trip, a visibly weary Norman must negotiate the baggage check and an airport parking lot. Mundane tasks for most, but for Norman a blank canvas soon to be smeared with failure. This time Norman does rate his own theme song, in the form of a bored singer-songwriter droning out the humdrum details of Norman's life.

Who’s in it. Welcome Back, Norman stars Douglas P. MacIntosh as Norman.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Welcome Back, Norman has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Welcome Back, Norman page.

If you liked it. Fans of Welcome Back, Norman tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Welcome Back, Norman (1979)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Welcome Back, Norman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Welcome Back, Norman worth watching?
Welcome Back, Norman holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Welcome Back, Norman?
Welcome Back, Norman stars Douglas P. MacIntosh.
When was Welcome Back, Norman released?
Welcome Back, Norman was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.