Born on the Fourth of July
A true story of innocence lost and courage found.
Collections:
Oscars-1989
Studio:
Universal Pictures
Year:
1989
Critics Rating: 83%
Audience Rating: 75%
Duration: 2 h 24 m
Updated: 2026 Jul 23
Movie ID: 81480
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Synopsis
Based on the true story of Ron Kovic (Cruise, in an Oscar-nominated performance), an idealistic young American proudly enlists during the Vietnam War and returns home a paraplegic. Struggling to overcome drug-addiction and depression, he turns his life around and becomes an outspoken critic of the war.
