Always (1989): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Always is a 1989 fantasy drama directed by Steven Spielberg, starring Richard Dreyfuss and Holly Hunter. It runs 2 hours 2 minutes and earned $74.1 million worldwide. Critics gave it 50 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 2m (122 min)
- Director
- Steven Spielberg
- Original language
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English - Studio
- United Artists
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Always About?
The premise of Always without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In Hong Kong, lawyer Liam unexpectedly falls for Yan Li, a captivating heiress from Shanghai. Their burgeoning romance challenges social conventions and expectations as they navigate a passionate relationship amidst the vibrant cityscape. They must confront the complexities of their differing backgrounds and the obstacles that arise as they pursue their love.
Always Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- boyfriend girlfriend relationship
- love at first sight
- loss of loved one
- firefighter
- afterlife
- saving someone's life
- flight instructor
- rescue
- love
- death
- courage
- pilot
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- forest fire
- ghost
- grief
- airplane
- remake
- female pilot
- guardian angel
- spirit
- death of loved one
- self sacrifice
- character says i love you
- airplane engine catching fire
- near death experience
- talking in one's sleep
- cat
- rescue mission
- recklessness
- flight training
- birthday party
- birthday gift
- fire retardant
- fire
- washing hands
- dirty face
- haircut
- angel
- guidance
- airfield
- best friend
- cigar smoking
- no opening credits
- running out of fuel
- jealousy
- firefighting
- one word title
- world war two bomber
- death of friend
- john wayne impression
Always Cast
Richard Dreyfuss leads the cast, with Holly Hunter. Directed by Steven Spielberg.
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Director Steven Spielberg
More from Steven Spielberg
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Always Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Always 50 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.
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IMDb 6.4 /10
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Metacritic 50 Metascore
User score 6.5
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TMDB 63% User score
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Always Plot Summary
What happens in Always from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Close friends Pete Sandich (Richard Dreyfuss) and Al Yackey (John Goodman) risk their lives battling intense wildfires from the cockpit of classic water bombers dating back to World War II. Pete is known for his daredevil attitude, which increasingly worries his girlfriend, Dorinda Durston (Holly Hunter), as well as Al. After taking his aircraft to the limit by running out of fuel during one risky retardant drop, both Dorinda and Al voice their concerns about his reckless behavior. Al informs Pete of the impending establishment of an air attack training base in Flat Rock, Colorado, which will be searching for a commanding officer. However, fueled by his passion for flying and fighting fires, Pete dismisses the idea of settling down into a desk job.
Full summary
The whole story of Always, scene by scene
Always Box Office
Always grossed $74.1 million worldwide. $43.9 million came from the US and Canada and $30.3 million (41%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$74.1M
- US & Canada
- $43.9M
- International
- $30.3M
Always Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 teaser.
- Teaser Teaser Trailer
How Well Do You Know Always?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
- Question 1: not answered
- Question 2: not answered
- Question 3: not answered
- Question 4: not answered
- Question 5: not answered
- Question 6: not answered
- Question 7: not answered
- Question 8: not answered
- Question 9: not answered
- Question 10: not answered
What is Pete Sandich's occupation?
Cars in Always
19 cars on screen, including the Harlan HTA and the 1973 Ford B-Series.
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Harlan HTA Main role -
1973 Ford B-Series Important role -
1974 Jeep Wagoneer Important role -
1945 Willys Jeep CJ-2A Important role
Always Also Known As
24 alternative titles, including “Para siempre” and “Pour toujours”.
- Also known as
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- Para siempre
- Pour toujours
- Além da Eternidade
- Για Πάντα
- Always - Der Feuerengel von Montana
- Always - Per sempre
- Всегда
- Daima
- Always (Para Siempre)
- Örökké
- Sempre
- Always - ikuisesti
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- Navždy
- תמיד
- Lângă tine mereu
- 영혼은 그대 곁에
- Винаги
- オールウェイズ
- 直到永远
- Na zawsze
- Завжди, ყოველთვის
- Siempre
- Per sempre
- ไฟฝันควันรัก
Seen Always?
Movies Like Always
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Always With You, Always Miss You and Always … But Not Forever.
Always FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Always, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Always?
Always runs 2 hours 2 minutes (122 minutes).
When was Always released?
Always was released on December 22, 1989.
Who directed Always?
Always was directed by Steven Spielberg.
More films by Steven Spielberg Who is in the cast of Always?
Always stars Richard Dreyfuss and Holly Hunter.
How much did Always make at the box office?
Always grossed $74.1 million worldwide ($43.9 million domestic, $30.3 million international).
How is Always rated?
Always has 6.4/10 on IMDb, 50 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.
Does Always have a post-credit scene?
No. Always has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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