

Stanley & Iris
“Some people need love spelled out for them.”
An illiterate cook at a company cafeteria tries for the attention of a newly widowed woman. As they get to know one another, she discovers his inability to read. When he is fired, she takes on trying to teach him to read in her kitchen each night.
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| United States | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
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| France | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
About Stanley & Iris
Stanley & Iris is a 1990 English-language drama and romance film directed by Martin Ritt. The cast is led by Jane Fonda, Robert De Niro, Swoosie Kurtz. It has a runtime of 1h 44m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel.
Stanley & Iris was produced by Star Partners II, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, and Lantana Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on February 9, 1990, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $23 million, it went on to gross $6 million worldwide.
- Director
- Martin Ritt
- Writers
- Harriet Frank Jr., Irving Ravetch
- Release date
- February 9, 1990
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $23 million
- Box office
- $6 million
- Production
- Star Partners II, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Lantana Productions
Stanley & Iris cast & crew
Stanley & Iris was directed by Martin Ritt and written by Harriet Frank Jr. and Irving Ravetch.
The cast features Jane Fonda as Iris King, Robert De Niro as Stanley Cox, Swoosie Kurtz as Sharon, Martha Plimpton as Kelly King, Jamey Sheridan as Joe, and Feodor Chaliapin Jr. as Leonides Cox.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by John Williams, cinematography is by Donald McAlpine, and it was produced by Arlene Sellers and Alex Winitsky.
Is Stanley & Iris worth watching?
Stanley & Iris holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 175 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 44m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama and romance, Stanley & Iris is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Stanley & Iris
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Cast of Stanley & Iris

Jane Fonda
Iris King

Robert De Niro
Stanley Cox

Swoosie Kurtz
Sharon

Martha Plimpton
Kelly King

Jamey Sheridan
Joe

Feodor Chaliapin Jr.
Leonides Cox

Zohra Lampert
Elaine

Loretta Devine
Bertha

Kathy Kinney
Bernice

Harley Cross
Richard King

Julie Garfield
Belinda

Karen Ludwig
Melissa
Stanley & Iris — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Stanley & Iris in United States?
Stanley & Iris is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel in United States.
▸Is Stanley & Iris on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes — Stanley & Iris is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.
▸What language is Stanley & Iris in?
Stanley & Iris is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Stanley & Iris?
Stanley & Iris runs 1 hours 44 minutes (104 minutes).
▸What is Stanley & Iris rated?
Stanley & Iris is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 175 ratings.











