
Passion Fish(1992)
“Have you ever dreamed of escaping to a place where you can begin again?”
Overview
After an accident leaves her a paraplegic, a former soap opera star struggles to recover both emotionally and mentally, until she meets her newest nurse, who has struggles of her own.
Director
John Sayles
Studio
Atchafalaya
Budget
$5M
Revenue
$5M
Cast

Mary McDonnell
as May-Alice Culhane

Alfre Woodard
as Chantelle

Vondie Curtis-Hall
as Sugar LeDoux

David Strathairn
as Rennie

Leo Burmester
as Reeves

Nora Dunn
as Ti-Marie

Mary Portser
as Precious

Angela Bassett
as Rhonda / Dawn

Sheila Kelley
as Kim

Nancy Mette
as Nina

Lenore Banks
as Nurse Quick
Will Mahoney
as Max
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1992
Runtime
2h 15m
Language
English
Rating
7 / 10
Budget
$5M
Box Office
$5M
Production Companies
Atchafalaya
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Where can I watch Passion Fish?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Passion Fish (1992).
What is Passion Fish about?▼
After an accident leaves her a paraplegic, a former soap opera star struggles to recover both emotionally and mentally, until she meets her newest nurse, who has struggles of her own.
Who directed Passion Fish?▼
Passion Fish was directed by John Sayles and released in 1992. It is a drama film.
How long is Passion Fish?▼
Passion Fish has a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes (135 minutes total).
Who stars in Passion Fish?▼
The cast of Passion Fish includes Mary McDonnell as May-Alice Culhane, Alfre Woodard as Chantelle, Vondie Curtis-Hall as Sugar LeDoux, David Strathairn as Rennie, Leo Burmester as Reeves and more.
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