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The Field

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1990 | 110 min | Drama

Weeknight Watchearly rating

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With middling reviews (43% on Rotten Tomatoes) and soft box office, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 50 min.
What might put you off
Rated PG-13. Probably too much for younger kids.

"Bull" McCabe's family has farmed a field for generations, sacrificing much in the name of the land. When the widow who owns the field decides to sell it in a public auction, McCabe knows that he must own it. While no local dare bid against him, a wealthy American decides he requires the field to build a highway. "Bull" and his son decide they must try to convince the American to let go of his ambition and return home, but the consequences of their plot prove sinister.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsBelow par

    43% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    7.0 out of 10

  • AwardsSolid

    Nominated for 1 Oscar, 1 Golden Globe and 1 BAFTA.

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $1 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 110K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Jim Sheridan

  • Richard Harris'Bull' McCabe
  • John HurtBird' O'Donnell
  • Sean BeanTadgh McCabe
  • Frances TomeltyWidow
  • Brenda FrickerMaggie McCabe
  • Ruth McCabeTinker Woman
  • Brendan GleesonQuarryman
  • Tom BerengerPeter - The American
  • Sean McGinleyFather Chris Doran
  • Jer O'LearyTinker Girl's Father