Where the Heart Is(2000)
Laughter is harder... Friendship is stronger... Trust is deeper... When it comes from the heart.
Where the Heart Is Synopsis
Novalee Nation is a 17-year-old Tennessee transient who has to grow up in a hurry when she's left pregnant and abandoned by her boyfriend on a roadside, and takes refuge in the friendly aisles of Wal-Mart. Eventually, some eccentric but kindly strangers 'adopt' Novalee and her infant daughter, helping them buck the odds and build a new life.
Where the Heart Is (2000) is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Matt Williams, released on April 27, 2000 with a runtime of 2h. It stars Natalie Portman, Ashley Judd, Stockard Channing and Joan Cusack. Viewers rate it 7.1 out of 10 across 762 ratings.
- Director:
- Matt Williams
- Writers:
- Billie Letts, Lowell Ganz, Babaloo Mandel
- Producers:
- Matt Williams, Susan Cartsonis, David McFadzean
- Cinematographer:
- Richard Greatrex
- Composer:
- Mason Daring
- Production:
- Wind Dancer Films, 20th Century Fox
- Budget:
- $15,000,000
- Revenue:
- $33,800,000
- Status:
- Released
Where the Heart Is (2000) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Where the Heart Is before you stream it.
Where the Heart Is Cast & Crew
Main cast
Natalie Portman
as Novalee Nation
Ashley Judd
as Lexie Coop
Stockard Channing
as Thelma 'Sister' Husband
Joan Cusack
as Ruth Meyers
Sally Field
as Mama Lil
James Frain
as Forney Hull
Dylan Bruno
as Willy Jack Pickens
Keith David
as Moses Whitecotten
Ray Prewitt
as Tim
- Laura House
Laura House
as Nicki
Mary Ashleigh Green
as Girl in Bathroom
- Kinna McInroe
Kinna McInroe
as Wal-Mart Clerk
Key crew
Directed by Matt Williams, written by Billie Letts, Lowell Ganz and Babaloo Mandel, produced by Matt Williams, Susan Cartsonis and David McFadzean.
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Where the Heart Is Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.1/10 from 762 ratings.
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Where the Heart Is – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Where the Heart Is online?
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Where the Heart Is (2000) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Where the Heart Is?
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The main cast of Where the Heart Is (2000) includes Natalie Portman, Ashley Judd, Stockard Channing, Joan Cusack and Sally Field. The film was directed by Matt Williams. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Where the Heart Is released?
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Where the Heart Is was released on April 27, 2000 and runs for 2h.
Is Where the Heart Is worth watching?
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Where the Heart Is (2000) holds an average rating of 7.1 out of 10 from 762 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Where the Heart Is?
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Yes. The official Where the Heart Is trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.