The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio
“She raised ten kids on twenty five words or less.”
Synopsis
A Midwestern housewife supports her large family by entering contests for ad slogans sponsored by consumer product companies, while dealing with abuse from her alcoholic husband. Based on a true story.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2008-07-27
Top Cast
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Julianne Moore
Evelyn Ryan
Woody Harrelson
Kelly Ryan
Laura Dern
Dortha Schaefer
Trevor Morgan
Bruce Ryan
Ellary Porterfield
Tuff Ryan
Simon Reynolds
Ray the Milkman
Robert Clark
Dick Ryan
Michael Seater
Bub Ryan at 15 yrs
Jordan Todosey
Tuff Ryan at 9 yrs
Jack Murray
Rog Ryan at 17 yrs
Noni White
Pauline
Nora Dunn
Girl Group Member
Erik Knudsen
Rog Ryan at 13 Years
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 28, 2005
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jane Anderson
- Screenplay & Story
- Jane Anderson
- Original Score
- John Frizzell
- Original Title
- The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- ImageMovers, Revolution Studios, Go Fish Pictures, DreamWorks Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jane Anderson
Jane Anderson, Terry Ryan
John Frizzell
Jonathan Freeman
Robert Dalva
Robert Zemeckis, Steve Starkey, Jack Rapke, Marty P. Ewing
Department Leadership Roster
Jane Anderson
Director
Robert Zemeckis
Producer
Edward T. McAvoy
Production Design
Steve Starkey
Producer
John Frizzell
Original Music Composer
Jack Rapke
Producer
Jonathan Freeman
Director of Photography
Robert Dalva
Editor
Jane Anderson
Screenplay
Branko Racki
Stunt Coordinator
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What is The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio about?
A Midwestern housewife supports her large family by entering contests for ad slogans sponsored by consumer product companies, while dealing with abuse from her alcoholic husband. Based on a true story.
Who directed The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio?
The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio was directed by Jane Anderson.
Who stars in The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio?
The principal cast of The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio includes Julianne Moore, Woody Harrelson, Laura Dern, Trevor Morgan, Ellary Porterfield.
When was The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio released and how long is it?
The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio was composed by John Frizzell.
Is The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio based on a book or true story?
The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Terry Ryan".