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Driving Miss Daisy(1989)

1h 39mDramaEnglish
7.2/10
1,787 user ratings

The funny, touching and totally irresistible story of a working relationship that became a 25-year friendship.

Overview

The story of an old Jewish widow named Daisy Werthan and her relationship with her black chauffeur, Hoke. From an initial mere work relationship grew in 25 years a strong friendship between the two very different characters, in a time when those types of relationships were shunned.

Director

Bruce Beresford

Studio

Warner Bros. Pictures

Budget

$8M

Revenue

$146M

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Cast

Morgan Freeman

Morgan Freeman

as Hoke Colburn

Jessica Tandy

Jessica Tandy

as Daisy Werthan

Dan Aykroyd

Dan Aykroyd

as Boolie Werthan

Patti LuPone

Patti LuPone

as Florine Werthan

Esther Rolle

Esther Rolle

as Idella

Joann Havrilla

Joann Havrilla

as Miss McClatchey

William Hall Jr.

as Oscar

Alvin M. Sugarman

as Dr. Weil

Clarice F. Geigerman

as Nonie

Muriel Moore

as Miriam

Sylvia Kaler

as Beulah

Carolyn Gold

as Neighbor Lady

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Movie Facts

Release Year

1989

Runtime

1h 39m

Language

English

Rating

7.2 / 10

Budget

$8M

Box Office

$146M

Production Companies

Warner Bros. Pictures • Majestic Films International • Allied Filmmakers

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Where can I watch Driving Miss Daisy?

Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Driving Miss Daisy (1989).

What is Driving Miss Daisy about?

The story of an old Jewish widow named Daisy Werthan and her relationship with her black chauffeur, Hoke. From an initial mere work relationship grew in 25 years a strong friendship between the two very different characters, in a time when those types of relationships were shunned.

Who directed Driving Miss Daisy?

Driving Miss Daisy was directed by Bruce Beresford and released in 1989. It is a drama film.

How long is Driving Miss Daisy?

Driving Miss Daisy has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).

Who stars in Driving Miss Daisy?

The cast of Driving Miss Daisy includes Morgan Freeman as Hoke Colburn, Jessica Tandy as Daisy Werthan, Dan Aykroyd as Boolie Werthan, Patti LuPone as Florine Werthan, Esther Rolle as Idella and more.

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