**_A broken-down Country musician seeks a new life in Texas_** A single mother (Tess Harper) runs a motel & gas station in the lonely plains between Dallas and Austin. She hires an alcoholic man who couldn’t pay what he owed (Robert Duvall) and discovers that he’s an ex-Country star. “Tender Mercies” (1983) is a lowkey drama set in rural Texas, reminiscent of "Resurrection" (1980) mixed with “Coal Miner’s…
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Robert Duvall
Mac Sledge
Tess Harper
Rosa Lee
Betty Buckley
Dixie
Wilford Brimley
Harry
Ellen Barkin
Sue Anne
Allan Hubbard
Sonny
Lenny Von Dohlen
Robert
Paul Gleason
Reporter
Michael Crabtree
Lewis Menefee
Norman Bennett
Reverend Hotchkiss
Andrew Scott Hollon
Larue
Rick Murray
Jake - Slater Mill Boys Member
Stephen Funchess
Bertie - Slater Mill Boys Member
Glen Fleming
Steve - Slater Mill Boys Member
James Aaron
Henry - Slater Mill Boys Member
Jerry Biggs
Man in Bar
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FAQ about Tender Mercies
What is Tender Mercies about?
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.
When was Tender Mercies released?
Tender Mercies was released in 1983.
What genres does Tender Mercies belong to?
Tender Mercies is categorised as Drama, Music, Romance.
Who stars in Tender Mercies?
The cast of Tender Mercies includes Robert Duvall, Tess Harper, Betty Buckley, Wilford Brimley, Ellen Barkin.