Smooth Talk
Connie, the fifteen-year-old black sheep of her family, finds her summertime idyll of beach trips, mall hangouts, and innocent flirtations shattered by an encounter with a mysterious stranger.
Where to watch Smooth Talk in United States
Can I watch Smooth Talk in United States? Yes — you can stream Smooth Talk in United States on Criterion Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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Where is Smooth Talk streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Criterion Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | Pluto TV | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| France | — | Sooner |
| Spain | Acontra Plus, Acontra Plus Amazon Channel, Tivify | Acontra Plus |
About Smooth Talk
Smooth Talk is a 1985 English-language drama, romance and thriller film directed by Joyce Chopra. The cast is led by Laura Dern, Treat Williams, Mary Kay Place. It has a runtime of 1h 32m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.
Smooth Talk was produced by Palmyra Films, American Playhouse, and Goldcrest Films International and made in United States of America and United Kingdom. It was released on November 17, 1985, and carries a PG-13 certification.
- Director
- Joyce Chopra
- Writers
- Tom Cole
- Release date
- November 17, 1985
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Production
- Palmyra Films, American Playhouse, Goldcrest Films International
Smooth Talk cast & crew
Smooth Talk was directed by Joyce Chopra and written by Tom Cole.
The cast features Laura Dern as Connie Wyatt, Treat Williams as Arnold Friend, Mary Kay Place as Katherine Wyatt, Levon Helm as Harry Wyatt, Elizabeth Berridge as June Wyatt, and Margaret Welsh as Laura Condon.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Bill Payne, cinematography is by James Glennon, and it was produced by Lindsay Law and Martin Rosen.
Is Smooth Talk worth watching?
Smooth Talk holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 73 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 32m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama, romance, and thriller, Smooth Talk is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Smooth Talk
In United States, you can stream Smooth Talk on Criterion Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Smooth Talk
Laura Dern
Connie Wyatt
Treat Williams
Arnold Friend
Mary Kay Place
Katherine Wyatt
Levon Helm
Harry Wyatt
Elizabeth Berridge
June Wyatt
Margaret Welsh
Laura Condon
Sara Inglis
Jill O'Mara
William Ragsdale
Jeff
Geoff Hoyle
Ellie Oscar
David Berridge
Eddie Hunter
Cab Covay
Cab Driver
Joy Carlin
Laura's Mother
Smooth Talk — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Smooth Talk in United States?
Smooth Talk is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸Is Smooth Talk on Criterion Channel?
Yes — Smooth Talk is currently available on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸What language is Smooth Talk in?
Smooth Talk is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Smooth Talk?
Smooth Talk runs 1 hours 32 minutes (92 minutes).
▸What is Smooth Talk rated?
Smooth Talk is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 73 ratings.
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