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Sweet Dreams

  • 1985
  • PG-13
  • 1h 55m
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7.0/10
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Ed Harris and Jessica Lange in Sweet Dreams (1985)
The story of Patsy Cline, the velvet-voiced country music singer who died in a tragic plane crash at the height of her fame.
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The story of Patsy Cline, the velvet-voiced country music singer who died in a tragic plane crash at the height of her fame.The story of Patsy Cline, the velvet-voiced country music singer who died in a tragic plane crash at the height of her fame.The story of Patsy Cline, the velvet-voiced country music singer who died in a tragic plane crash at the height of her fame.

  • Director
    • Karel Reisz
  • Writer
    • Robert Getchell
  • Stars
    • Jessica Lange
    • Ed Harris
    • Ann Wedgeworth
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    • IMDb RATING
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    5.5K
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    • Director
      • Karel Reisz
    • Writer
      • Robert Getchell
    • Stars
      • Jessica Lange
      • Ed Harris
      • Ann Wedgeworth
    • 57User reviews
    • 12Critic reviews
    • 65Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 1 Oscar
      • 3 nominations total

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    Jessica Lange
    Jessica Lange
    • Patsy Cline
    Ed Harris
    Ed Harris
    • Charlie Dick
    Ann Wedgeworth
    Ann Wedgeworth
    • Hilda Hensley
    David Clennon
    David Clennon
    • Randy Hughes
    James Staley
    James Staley
    • Gerald Cline
    Gary Basaraba
    Gary Basaraba
    • Woodhouse
    John Goodman
    John Goodman
    • Otis
    P.J. Soles
    P.J. Soles
    • Wanda
    Terri Gardner
    • Old Singer
    Caitlin Kelch
    • Sylvia
    Robert L. Dasch
    • John
    Courtney Parker
    • Older Julie
    Coulton Edwards
    • Baby Randy
    Holly Filler
    • Madrine
    Bruce Kirby
    Bruce Kirby
    • Arthur Godfrey
    Jerry Haynes
    Jerry Haynes
    • Owen Bradley
    Kenneth White
    • Big Bill Shakey
    Stonewall Jackson
    • Announcer at Opry
    • Director
      • Karel Reisz
    • Writer
      • Robert Getchell
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

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    • Trivia
      At one point, Charlie asks Patsy what she's done all day, and she responds, "I've been sipping champagne with Kirk Douglas." When the scene was filmed, Jessica Lange actually said, "I've been sipping champagne with Rock Hudson," but Hudson's AIDS diagnosis was revealed before the film was released, and the producers thought a reference to him would be distracting.
    • Goofs
      In 1957, Patsy is shown listening to Elvis' "Can't Help Falling in Love" on the radio, which wasn't a hit until 1961.
    • Quotes

      Charlie Dick: Hey, I want you to get your coat. I want to drive you some place for a drink. I want us to dance awhile, then I want us to get to know each other a lot better.

      Patsy Cline: You want a lot don't you?

      Charlie Dick: Yeah I do baby.

      Patsy Cline: Well people in hell want ice water - that don't mean they get it.

    • Connections
      Edited into Josie and the Pussycats (2001)
    • Soundtracks
      Wabash Cannonball
      Written by J.A. Roff
      Performed by Benny Martin
      Published by Silverhill Music
      Courtesy of C.M.H. Records

    User reviews57

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    What a wonderfully touching movie!

    I highly suggest this movie, even if you are not a Patsy Cline fan. It is the touching story of Patsy's life, how she rose to success, and the struggles she encountered along the way.

    Her story and songs are sure to touch anyone's heart because there is such feeling behind them. Jessica Lange and Ed Harris do a remarkable job portraying Patsy and her husband, Charlie. The on-screen magic makes you believe you are in the late 50's/early 60's watching the couple for yourself.

    Run to the video store and check out this one tonight! You won't regret it.
    • KELLY A.
    • Oct 19, 1999
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    • Release date
      • October 11, 1985 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Der süße Traum vom Glück
    • Filming locations
      • Hagerstown, Maryland, USA
    • Production companies
      • HBO Pictures
      • Silver Screen Partners
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $9,085,049
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $2,161,284
      • Oct 14, 1985
    • Gross worldwide
      • $9,085,049
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 55 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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