Independence Day movie poster

Independence Day

"A small town is a hard place to have a big dream."

January 21, 1983 1h 50m 5.5/10 (10 votes)

Originally released in 1983. Independence Day is a romance/drama film. directed by Robert Mandel.

Starring Kathleen Quinlan, David Keith, and Dianne Wiest

Synopsis

Mary Ann Taylor loves the comforts of her hometown in Mercury, Texas. She has a steady job as a waitress in her father's diner, yet she can't help but feel unfulfilled by a life of pouring coffee and grilling hamburgers. Mary Ann's real passion is photography, but pursuing her dream of becoming a photographer means leaving Mercury behind.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 21, 1983 43 years ago
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Runtime 1h 50m 110 minutes total
User Rating 5.5/10 Mixed (10 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Warner Bros. Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Independence Day about?

Mary Ann Taylor loves the comforts of her hometown in Mercury, Texas. She has a steady job as a waitress in her father's diner, yet she can't help but feel unfulfilled by a life of pouring coffee a...

Who directed Independence Day?

Independence Day was directed by Robert Mandel.

How long is Independence Day?

Independence Day has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).

When was Independence Day released?

Independence Day was released on January 21, 1983 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Independence Day?

The main cast of Independence Day includes Kathleen Quinlan, David Keith, Dianne Wiest, Cliff DeYoung, Frances Sternhagen.