Born on the Fourth of July 1989
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SplatParalyzed in the Vietnam war, Ron Kovic becomes an anti-war and pro-human rights political activist after feeling betrayed by the country he fought for.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Ron Kovic
as Mr. Kovic
as Mrs. Kovic
as Donna
as Charlie
as Steve Boyer
as Billy Vorsovich
as Tommy Kovic
as Tommy Finnelli
as Hooker
Director:
Writer:
Oliver Stone, Ron Kovic
Stars:
Tom Cruise, Raymond J. Barry, Caroline Kava, Kyra Sedgwick, Willem Dafoe, Jerry Levine, Stephen Baldwin, Josh Evans, Rob Camilletti, Vivica A. Fox,
Genres:
Drama,War
Release Date:
1989 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
145 min
MMPA Rating:
R
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
Born on the Fourth of July
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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Cast
as Ron Kovic
as Mr. Kovic
as Mrs. Kovic
as Donna
as Charlie
as Steve Boyer
as Billy Vorsovich
as Tommy Kovic
as Tommy Finnelli
as Hooker
as Jamie Wilson
as Mr. Wilson
as Jenny
as Sergeant Hayes
as Timmy
as Doctor
as Doctor
as Maria Elena
as Mrs. Wilson
as Suzanne Kovic
as Joey Walsh
as Vet - Villa Dulce
as Vet - Villa Dulce
as Man #1 - Arthur's Bar
as Legion Commander
as Vet #1 - Democratic Convention
as Vet #2 - Miami Convention
as Infantry Colonel
as Massapequa Mom
as Young Donna's Friend
as News Reporter
as Young Jimmy Kovic
as Young Suzanne Kovic
as Neighbor
as Neighbor
as Marine Major - Vietnam
as Lieutenant - Vietnam
as Martinez - Vietnam
as Platoon - Vietnam
as Platoon - Vietnam
as Platoon - Vietnam
as Platoon - Vietnam
as Platoon - Vietnam
as Platoon - Vietnam
as Doctor - Vietnam
as Chaplain - Vietnam
as Marvin - VA Hospital
as Willie - VA Hospital
as Aide #3 - VA Hospital
as Patient - VA Hospital
as Patient - VA Hospital
as Patient - VA Hospital
as Patient - VA Hospital
as Patient - VA Hospital
as Nurse Washington - VA Hospital
as Frankie - VA Hospital
as Donna's Boyfriend - Syracuse, NY
as Speaker - Syracuse, NY
as Folk Singer - Syracuse, NY
as Student Organizer - Syracuse, NY
as Man #2 - Arthur's Bar
as Man #3 - Arthur's Bar
as Friend #1 - Arthur's Bar
as Barmaid - Arthur's Bar
as Vet - Villa Dulce
as Vet - Villa Dulce
as Young Tommy
as Charlie's Hooker - Villa Dulce
as Madame - Villa Dulce
as Bartender - Villa Dulce
as Undercover Vet - Miami Convention
as Paraplegic #2 - Miami Convention
as Paraplegic #3 - Miami Convention
as Secret Service Agent - Miami Convention
as Agent #2 - Miami Convention
as Vet #1 - Miami Convention
as Vet #3 - Miami Convention
as Fat Republican - Miami Convention
as Democratic Delegate - Democratic Convention
as Reporter #1 - Democratic Conventon
as Reporter #2 - Democratic Conventon
as Official #1 - Democratic Convention, Pushing Wheelchair
as Official #2 - Democratic Convention
as Passerby #1 - Democratic Convention
as Passerby #2 - Democratic Convention
as Passerby #4 - Democratic Convention
as Vet #2 - Democratic Convention
as Democratic Conventioner (uncredited)
as Marine Recruiter (uncredited)
as Parade Veteran (uncredited)
as Protesting War Widow (uncredited)
as Soldier (uncredited)
as (uncredited)
as Veteran (uncredited)
as Agent #1 - Miami Convention
as Corpsman - Vietnam
as Marine Officer
as Young Donna
as Platoon
as Friend #2
as young Ron
as Young Tommy
as Young Patty
as Patty Kovic
as Platoon
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