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Tender Mercies

Tender Mercies

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1983 1h 32m6.7

Tender Mercies

“His struggle for fame was over. His fight for respect was just beginning.”

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Alcoholic former country singer Mac Sledge makes friends with a young widow and her son. The friendship enables him to find inspiration to resume his career.

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DirectorBruce Beresford
ScreenplayHorton Foote
StatusReleased
ReleasedMarch 4, 1983
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime1h 32m
Budget$5M
Revenue$8M
Profit+$4M
Rating⭐ 6.7 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.3 / 10
Votes151
GenresDrama, Music, Romance
StudioAntron Media Production, EMI Films

Photos16

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Cast

Robert Duvall

Robert Duvall

Mac Sledge

Tess Harper

Tess Harper

Rosa Lee

Betty Buckley

Betty Buckley

Dixie

Wilford Brimley

Wilford Brimley

Harry

Ellen Barkin

Ellen Barkin

Sue Anne

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Allan Hubbard

Sonny

Lenny Von Dohlen

Lenny Von Dohlen

Robert

Paul Gleason

Paul Gleason

Reporter

Michael Crabtree

Michael Crabtree

Lewis Menefee

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Norman Bennett

Reverend Hotchkiss

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Andrew Scott Hollon

Larue

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Rick Murray

Jake - Slater Mill Boys Member

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Stephen Funchess

Bertie - Slater Mill Boys Member

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Glen Fleming

Steve - Slater Mill Boys Member

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James Aaron

Henry - Slater Mill Boys Member

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Jerry Biggs

Man in Bar

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Sheila Bird

Concessionaire

🎭

Robert E. Blackburn III

Boy at Dance

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Eli Cummins

Doorman

Tony Frank

Tony Frank

Man at Motel

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Berkley Garrett

Man at Dixie's House

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Helena Humann

Woman in Store

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Suzanne Jacobs

Nurse

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Barbara Jones

Country Woman

Jerry Jones

Jerry Jones

Country Man

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Harlan Jordan

Waiter

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Robert P. Kelley

Choirmaster

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Ray LePere

Man in Bar / Restaurant

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Pat Minter

Man at Dixie's House

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Terry Schoolcraft

Ada - Dixie's Driver

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Oliver Seale

Man at Dixie's House

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Denise Simek

Concessionaire

🎭

Robert Stewart

Concessionaire

🎭

Susan Aston

Woman at Dance

🎭

Vicki Neff

Woman at Dance

🎭

Pamela Putnam

Woman at Dance

🎭

Jerry Abbot

Piano - Country Blues Band Member

🎭

Bobby Hibbitts

Drums - Country Blues Band Member

🎭

Buddie Hrabal

Steel Guitar - Country Blues Band Member

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Jerry Matheny

Guitar - Country Blues Band Member

🎭

Wayne Milligan

Bass - Country Blues Band Member

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Don Clark

Bar Patron (uncredited)

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Douglas Stewart

Concert Goer (uncredited)

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Joe Zadwick

Front Row Concert Attendee (uncredited)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tender Mercies

Where can I watch Tender Mercies?

Tender Mercies (1983) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is Tender Mercies about?

Alcoholic former country singer Mac Sledge makes friends with a young widow and her son. The friendship enables him to find inspiration to resume his career.

Who directed Tender Mercies?

Tender Mercies (1983) was directed by Bruce Beresford. The film is a Drama, Music production with a runtime of 1h 32m, rated 6.7/10.

How long is Tender Mercies?

Tender Mercies runs 1h 32m (92 minutes total). Audience rating: 6.7/10 from 151 votes. Genre: Drama, Music.

Is Tender Mercies worth watching?

Tender Mercies is rated 6.7/10 by 151 viewers — decent with mixed reception. A good pick for Drama and Music fans.