Earthly Possessions (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1999, Earthly Possessions is a drama, crime, romance and tv movie film directed by James Lapine, running about 98 minutes. “You can't always choose your traveling companion.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A bored homemaker planning to run away from her minister husband is taken hostage in a bank robbery. However, she sees the thrill in being involved in the chase and becomes an accomplice to the young robber.
Who’s in it. Earthly Possessions stars Susan Sarandon as Charlotte Emory, Stephen Dorff as Jake Simms, Jr., Margo Martindale as Libby and Boyd Gaines as Announcer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Earthly Possessions has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Earthly Possessions page.
If you liked it. Fans of Earthly Possessions tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Earthly Possessions (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Earthly Possessions change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Earthly Possessions worth watching?
- Earthly Possessions holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime, romance and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Earthly Possessions?
- Earthly Possessions stars Susan Sarandon, Stephen Dorff, Margo Martindale, Boyd Gaines and Deborah Rush.
- When was Earthly Possessions released?
- Earthly Possessions was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.