Avalon(1990)
“Three generations of family. They shared a dream called America in a place called Avalon.”
Overview
A Polish-Jewish family comes to the U.S. at the beginning of the twentieth century. There, the family and their children try to make themselves a better future in the so-called promised land.
Director
Barry Levinson
Studio
TriStar Pictures
Cast
Armin Mueller-Stahl
as Sam Krichinsky
Aidan Quinn
as Jules Kaye
Elizabeth Perkins
as Ann Kaye
Joan Plowright
as Eva Krichinsky
Leo Fuchs
as Hymie Krichinsky
Lou Jacobi
as Gabriel Krichynsky
Eve Gordon
as Dottie Krik
Kevin Pollak
as Izzy Kirke
Israel Rubinek
as Nathan Krichinsky
Elijah Wood
as Michael Kaye
Grant Gelt
as Teddy Kirke
Mindy Loren Isenstein
as Mindy Kirk
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1990
Runtime
2h 6m
Language
Yiddish
Rating
6.7 / 10
Production Companies
TriStar Pictures • Baltimore Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Avalon?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Avalon (1990).
What is Avalon about?▼
A Polish-Jewish family comes to the U.S. at the beginning of the twentieth century. There, the family and their children try to make themselves a better future in the so-called promised land.
Who directed Avalon?▼
Avalon was directed by Barry Levinson and released in 1990. It is a drama film.
How long is Avalon?▼
Avalon has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).
Who stars in Avalon?▼
The cast of Avalon includes Armin Mueller-Stahl as Sam Krichinsky, Aidan Quinn as Jules Kaye, Elizabeth Perkins as Ann Kaye, Joan Plowright as Eva Krichinsky, Leo Fuchs as Hymie Krichinsky and more.
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