Cold Sassy Tree (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1989, Cold Sassy Tree is a drama and tv movie film directed by Joan Tewkesbury, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. In the early 20th century, an independent lady from up North causes a scandal when she decides to wed an older local general-store owner just three weeks after he's been widowed.
Who’s in it. Cold Sassy Tree stars Faye Dunaway as Love Simpson Blakeslee, Richard Widmark as Enoch Rucker Blakeslee, Frances Fisher as Loma Williams and Lee Garlington as Mary Willis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Cold Sassy Tree 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 Cold Sassy Tree page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cold Sassy Tree tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cold Sassy Tree (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cold Sassy Tree change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cold Sassy Tree worth watching?
- Cold Sassy Tree holds an audience score of 6.5 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 Cold Sassy Tree?
- Cold Sassy Tree stars Faye Dunaway, Richard Widmark, Frances Fisher, Lee Garlington and John M. Jackson.
- When was Cold Sassy Tree released?
- Cold Sassy Tree was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.