01 Oct 1985
Desert Hearts
While waiting for her divorce papers, a repressed literature professor finds herself unexpectedly attracted by a carefree, spirited young woman named Cay.
Waking Up in Reno
This foursome is sharing lots more than room service!
Candy and Lonnie Earl are just crazy about each other. The problem: she's married to Roy and he's married to Darlene. So far it's been a secret affair. But that's about to change, because this foursome is driving cross-country and headed for some big surprises.
Top Billed Cast
Natasha Richardson Darlene Dodd
Charlize Theron Candy Kirkendall
Billy Bob Thornton Lonnie Earl Dodd
Patrick Swayze Roy Kirkendall
David Koechner Bell Hop
Penélope Cruz Brenda
Holmes Osborne Doc Tuley
Chelcie Ross Fred Bush
Cleo King June
Billy O'Sullivan Lonnie Earl III
Brent Briscoe Russell Whitehead
Kelsey Chapman Lacy Dodd
Galvin Chapman Lane Dodd
Mark Fauser Boyd
Jo Harvey Allen Waitress at Big Texan
Tony Orlando Self
Wayne Federman Ronnie the Rooster
John DeMita Additional Voices (voice)
Dave Colon Motorcyclist (uncredited)
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