Ordinary People (1980)

Everything is in its proper place... except the past.

124 min★ 7.7 · 62,828 votes

• Drama

Beth, Calvin, and their son Conrad are living in the aftermath of the death of the other son. Conrad is overcome by grief and misplaced guilt to the extent of a suicide attempt. He is in therapy. Beth had always preferred his brother and is having difficulty being supportive to Conrad. Calvin is trapped between the two trying to hold the family together.

Release date

September 19, 1980

Country of origin

United States

Budget

$6,000,000

Box office

$54,766,923