Cannery Row (1982)

67% of critics liked it
(6 reviews)
68% of users liked it
(860 ratings)

This highly anecdotal film centers upon Doc (Nick Nolte), a self-employed marine biologist who lives by the ocean and interacts with the neighborhood denizens, trying to conceal a troubled past. Across from Doc's digs stands the local bordello, the Bear Flag Restaurant. Across the entrance ambles… More This highly anecdotal film centers upon Doc (Nick Nolte), a self-employed marine biologist who lives by the ocean and interacts with the neighborhood denizens, trying to conceal a troubled past. Across from Doc's digs stands the local bordello, the Bear Flag Restaurant. Across the entrance ambles Suzy (Debra Winger), a drifter who tries to become one of the girls and fails miserably. However, she does set her sights on Doc and acts accordingly. ~ Paul Brenner, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: R, 2 hr.
Directed By: David S. Ward
Genres: Drama, Romance, Classics, Comedy

In Theaters: Feb 12, 1982 Wide
On DVD: Jan 27, 2009

Critic Reviews

John J. Puccio, Movie Metropolis
...gentle, nostalgic, and romantic.
John J. Puccio, Movie Metropolis
Cannery Row may be excessively sentimental, even a little corny, but it's all heart.
Michael E. Grost, Classic Film and Television
Pleasant Fun.