Honkytonk Man
Seen it?1982 | 123 min | Drama, Music
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (93% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a lukewarm 6.3 out of 10 from audiences. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
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. If you loved A Complete Unknown, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 3 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.
During the Great Depression, a young boy leaves his family's Oklahoma farm to travel with his country musician uncle who is trying out for the Grand Ole Opry.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
93% on Rotten Tomatoes, 50 on Metacritic
- AudiencesBelow par
6.3 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No real honors on record. Nominated for 1 Razzie, the "worst of the year" awards. Razzies don't count toward the rating.
- Box office & staying powerSolid
$5 million worldwide on a $2 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 49K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Clint Eastwood
- Clint EastwoodRed Stovall
- Kyle EastwoodWhit
- John McIntireGrandpa
- Alexa KeninMarlena
- Verna BloomEmmy
- Matt ClarkVirgil
- Barry CorbinArnspriger
- Jerry HardinSnuffy
- Tim ThomersonHighway Patrolman
- Macon McCalmanDr. Hines