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Stanley & Iris

1990·Movie·PG-13·104 min·6.5(175)

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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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
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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

Jane Fonda

Iris King

Robert De Niro

Robert De Niro

Stanley Cox

Swoosie Kurtz

Swoosie Kurtz

Sharon

Martha Plimpton

Martha Plimpton

Kelly King

Jamey Sheridan

Jamey Sheridan

Joe

Feodor Chaliapin Jr.

Feodor Chaliapin Jr.

Leonides Cox

Zohra Lampert

Zohra Lampert

Elaine

Loretta Devine

Loretta Devine

Bertha

Kathy Kinney

Kathy Kinney

Bernice

Harley Cross

Harley Cross

Richard King

Julie Garfield

Julie Garfield

Belinda

Karen Ludwig

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.

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