Leaving Normal
“Sometimes the only way to find where you're going is to lose your way”
Synopsis
Darly, a waitress with a past that's weighing her down, decides to drive to Alaska to try and come to terms with her unfortunate history. Along the way, she meets Marianne, an impulsive young woman leaving an abusive relationship. The two hit the road together and keep driving north, bonding over the hardships that they have endured and meeting a number of eccentric characters as they get closer to their destination.
Top Cast
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Christine Lahti
Darly
Meg Tilly
Marianne
Patrika Darbo
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Lenny Von Dohlen
Harry
Maury Chaykin
Leon
Brett Cullen
Kurt
James Gammon
Walt
Eve Gordon
Emily
James Eckhouse
Rich
Lachlan Murdoch
Marshall
Robyn Simons
Sarah
Ken Angel
Nuqaq
Darrell Dennis
Clyde
Barbara Russell
Izuzu Mother
Ahnee Boyce
Izuzu Judy
Marc Levy
Dave
Peter Anderson
Spicy
Gordon Tootoosis
Hank Amaruk
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 29, 1992
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward Zwick
- Screenplay & Story
- Ed Solomon
- Original Score
- W.G. Snuffy Walden
- Original Title
- Leaving Normal
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures, Mirage Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Zwick
Ed Solomon
W.G. Snuffy Walden
Ralf D. Bode
Victor Du Bois
Sydney Pollack, Lindsay Doran
Department Leadership Roster
Edward Zwick
Director
Ed Solomon
Screenplay
Patricia Norris
Costume Design
Lindsay Doran
Producer
Victor Du Bois
Editor
W.G. Snuffy Walden
Original Music Composer
Ralf D. Bode
Director of Photography
Patricia Norris
Production Design
Betty Thomas Quee
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Leaving Normal
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Leaving Normal about?
Darly, a waitress with a past that's weighing her down, decides to drive to Alaska to try and come to terms with her unfortunate history. Along the way, she meets Marianne, an impulsive young woman leaving an abusive relationship. The two hit the road together and keep driving north, bonding over the hardships that they have endured and meeting a number of eccentric characters as they get closer to their destination.
Who directed Leaving Normal?
Leaving Normal was directed by Edward Zwick.
Who stars in Leaving Normal?
The principal cast of Leaving Normal includes Christine Lahti, Meg Tilly, Patrika Darbo, Lenny Von Dohlen, Maury Chaykin.
When was Leaving Normal released and how long is it?
Leaving Normal was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for Leaving Normal?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Leaving Normal was composed by W.G. Snuffy Walden.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Leaving Normal?
Leaving Normal holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).