I Never Promised You a Rose Garden
Seen it?1977 | 96 min | Drama
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With middling reviews (40% 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 36 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
- Made in 1977: an older pace and style.
A disturbed and institutionalized 16-year-old girl struggles between fantasy and reality.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
40% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsBelow par
Nominated for 2 Golden Globes and 1 WGA Award.
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$3 million worldwide on a $3 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 38K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Anthony Page
- Kathleen QuinlanDeborah Blake
- Bibi AnderssonDr. Fried
- Ben PiazzaJay Blake
- Lorraine GaryEster Blake
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- Susan TyrrellLee
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