Ordinary People (1980) is a drama film about the Jarrett family and their coming to terms with the accidental death of their older son. The surviving son, Conrad, begins to struggle with feelings of guilt and depression, leading to a suicide attempt.
Here’s how you can watch and stream Ordinary People (1980) via streaming services such as HBO Max.
Is Ordinary People (1980) available to watch via streaming?
Yes, Ordinary People (1980) is available to watch via streaming on HBO Max.
While Conrad confronts his survivor’s guilt, his mother, Beth, tries her best to feign normalcy whilst confronting her inability to connect with her remaining son. Calvin, Conrad’s father, simultaneously attempts to fill the growing void within the family. Through family therapy sessions, they unravel layers of emotions amongst themselves.
The cast of Ordinary People (1980) is as follows: Donal Sutherland as Calvin Jarrett, Mary Tyler Moore as Beth Jarrett, Timothy Hutton as Conrad Jarrett, and Judd Hirsch as Dr. Berger.
Watch Ordinary People (1980) streaming via HBO Max
Ordinary People (1980) is available to watch on HBO Max.
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Ordinary People (1980) synopsis is as follows:
“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 of Conrad. Calvin is trapped between the two trying to hold the family together.”
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