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Norma Rae

7.219791h 50mPGMovieDrama

Norma Rae is a southern textile worker employed in a factory with intolerable working conditions. This concern about the situation gives her the gumption to be the key associate to a visiting labor union organizer. Together, they undertake…

DirectorMartin Ritt
WritersIrving Ravetch·Harriet Frank Jr.
ProducersTamara Asseyev·Alexandra Rose

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Not available in United States
Streaming in 3 other countries

Norma Rae isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Austria, Germany, Switzerland. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Martin Ritt

SFSally Field
Sally Field
Norma Rae
RLRon Leibman
Ron Leibman
Reuben
BBBeau Bridges
Beau Bridges
Sonny
PHPat Hingle
Pat Hingle
Vernon
BBBarbara Baxley
Barbara Baxley
Leona
GSGail Strickland
Gail Strickland
Bonnie Mae
MPMorgan Paull
Morgan Paull
Wayne Billings
RB
Robert Broyles
Sam Bolen
JCJohn Calvin
John Calvin
Ellis Harper
BCBooth Colman
Booth Colman
Dr. Watson
LBLee de Broux
Lee de Broux
Lujan
JLJames Luisi
James Luisi
George Benson

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Norma Rae — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Norma Rae?

Norma Rae isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Austria, Switzerland and Germany. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Norma Rae on Netflix?

No, Norma Rae is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026.

Is Norma Rae on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Norma Rae isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch Norma Rae for free?

Norma Rae isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is Norma Rae based on a true story?

Yes — Norma Rae is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).