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Tender Mercies(1983)
Status: Released
Date: 1983-03-04
68%
153 Votes
Time: 1h 32m
His struggle for fame was over. His fight for respect was just beginning.
Overview:
Alcoholic former country singer Mac Sledge makes friends with a young widow and her son. The friendship enables him to find inspiration to resume his career.
Languages: English.
Countries:
United States of America
Budget: $4,500,000.00
Revenue: $8,400,000.00
ProductionCompanies: 
Antron Media Production
Movie: Tender Mercies
Top 10 Billed Cast
Robert Duvall
Mac Sledge
Tess Harper
Rosa Lee
Betty Buckley
Dixie
Wilford Brimley
Harry
Ellen Barkin
Sue Anne
Lenny Von Dohlen
Robert
Paul Gleason
Reporter
Michael Crabtree
Lewis Menefee
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