On Golden Pond (1981) movie poster

On Golden Pond (1981)

"When life is at its finest... when love is at its fullest..."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 85%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 80% (RT: 91%, MC: 68) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaRomance

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Runtime
1h 49m
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.2/10 (505 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
91%
Metacritic
68
Cast
Katharine Hepburn as Ethel Thayer
Henry Fonda as Norman Thayer Jr.
Jane Fonda as Chelsea Thayer Wayne
Doug McKeon as Billy Ray
Dabney Coleman as Bill Ray
William Lanteau as Charlie Martin
Christopher Rydell as Sumner Todd
Troy Garity as Young Boy on Jetty (uncredited)
Yes. 85% of real audiences liked it based on 505 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 80%.
Overview
For Norman and Ethel Thayer, this summer on golden pond is filled with conflict and resolution. When their daughter Chelsea arrives, the family is forced to renew the bonds of love and overcome the generational friction that has existed for years. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of On Golden Pond, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 1981 among dedicated fans.
  • The iconic poster for On Golden Pond was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

On Golden Pond is a 1981 drama, romance film directed by Mark Rydell. For Norman and Ethel Thayer, this summer on golden pond is filled with conflict and resolution. When their daughter Chelsea arrives, the family is forced to renew the bonds of love and overcome the generational friction that has existed for years.

The film has been rated by 505 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, On Golden Pond delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

On Golden Pond (1981) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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