The Prince of Tides

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The Prince of Tides

R,

1991,

2h 12m,

Romance

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77%

31 Reviews

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70%

5,000+ Ratings

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70%

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A New York psychiatrist treating an emotionally scarred woman finds it helpful to discuss her South Carolina family's troubled history with the woman's twin brother. He and the psychiatrist find themselves drawn together by their equally turbulent pasts, and they form an alliance which ultimately leads to romance.

Critics Consensus

Although the central romance arguably suffocates the heart of the drama, a moving performance by Nick Nolte and Barbra Streisand's deft direction give The Prince of Tides a soulful edge.

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Barry McIlheney

Empire Magazine

Feb 3, 2012

3/5

Graced with fine performances and commendably biting off more than it can ever hope to chew, The Prince Of Tides is a rare slice of romantic moviemaking for all those grown-ups feeling ignored since Kramer Vs. Kramer last rattled their value systems.

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Jonathan Rosenbaum

Chicago Reader

Feb 3, 2012

The results may seem overripe and dated in spots, but she coaxes a fine performance out of Nolte, and the other actors (herself included) acquit themselves honorably.

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Variety Staff

Variety

Oct 18, 2008

A deeply moving exploration of the tangled emotions of a dysfunctional Southern family, this lovingly crafted (though unevenly scripted) film of Pat Conroy's novel centers on Nick Nolte's performance of a lifetime.

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Dan DiNicola

The Daily Gazette (Schenectady, NY)

Dec 18, 2025

3/5

It's a big, old-fashioned romantic melodrama with some touching moments and strong bits of acting.

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Noah Berlatsky

Splice Today

May 5, 2024

This is Streisand’s movie, and Nolte’s Tom functions as both her subject and her muse.

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Rene Jordan

El Nuevo Herald (Miami)

Jan 5, 2023

Despite its pitfalls, Barbara Streisand has enormous talent. But unconditionally adoring her film requires adoring her even more than she already does. And that is immeasurably impossible [Full review in Spanish]

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Hermione G

Apr 17, 2019

Powerful story, beautiful music, Streisand's best work.

Theodore R

Aug 17, 2018

Terribly contrived and insulting to victims of abuse.

Jul 20, 2018

I would have never watched this movie if it wasn't for my mum, who is the main reason I'm the movie enthusiast that I am today. And hell, I would have missed alot! The Prince of Tides is one of those 90s flicks that feels somehow aged, but has put enormous thought into its own story, making it relevant and timeless. The plot it one of those that cannot be spoiled, hence I'm not going to. But let me tell you that after some minor drama, some romance, and some 90s cringe, there's a huge revelation that will leave noone cold. Nick Nolte's performance is absolutely astonishing and Barbra Streisand (also director of this movies) does her part very well. What confused me at first was the fact that after solving the main conflict of the protagonist, the movie goes on for another thirty minutes, what turned out to be the right choice, because The Prince of Tides delivers an absolutely satisfying end that successfully manages to navigate through the cliffs of love movie clichés. Great!

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Albus R

Mar 7, 2018

Beautifully shot, with a strong performance by Nick Nolte, this might be Barbra Streisand's best picture as a director, as she takes the audience into the dark tale of a Southern family and a heartfelt love story and ending. Inspiring and moving. A must see.

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Hagrid P

Dec 16, 2017

A wonderful film. A personal alltime favorite.

Rey L

Nov 8, 2017

Despite several sub-plots, the running length takes care of it all without rushing the overall plot. This is an example of good film, for sure, and when was the last time a drama like this was made?

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Barbra Streisand

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Nick Nolte

Tom Wingo

Barbra Streisand

Susan Lowenstein

Blythe Danner

Sally Wingo

Kate Nelligan

Lila Wingo Newbury

Jeroen Krabbé

Herbert Woodruff

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Synopsis

A New York psychiatrist treating an emotionally scarred woman finds it helpful to discuss her South Carolina family's troubled history with the woman's twin brother. He and the psychiatrist find themselves drawn together by their equally turbulent pasts, and they form an alliance which ultimately leads to romance.

Director: Barbra Streisand
Producer: Barbra Streisand, Andrew S. Karsch
Screenwriter: Pat Conroy, Becky Johnston
Distributor: Columbia Pictures
Production Co: Columbia Pictures Corporation
Rating: R
Genre: Romance
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 25, 1991, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 13, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA): $72.0M
Runtime: 2h 12m
Sound Mix: Surround

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