Overview

Ken Talley, a Vietnam vet who lost his legs in combat, lives in a farmhouse in rural Missouri with his lover, Jed. Traumatized and bitter, Ken struggles to find meaning in his life. As he contemplates selling the farmhouse, old friends and family members descend for a vacation. Originally broadcast as part of the series "American Playhouse" (season 1, episode 9).

Cast

Richard Thomas, Jeff Daniels, Swoosie Kurtz, Jonathan Hogan, Joyce Reehling, Helen Stenborg, Danton Stone, Cynthia Nixon

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What is "Fifth of July" about?

Ken Talley, a Vietnam vet who lost his legs in combat, lives in a farmhouse in rural Missouri with his lover, Jed. Traumatized and bitter, Ken struggles to find meaning in his life. As he contemplates selling the farmhouse, old friends and family members descend for a vacation. Originally broadcast as part of the series "American Playhouse" (season 1, episode 9).

When was "Fifth of July" released?

Fifth of July was released in 1982.

Who stars in "Fifth of July"?

The cast includes Richard Thomas, Jeff Daniels, Swoosie Kurtz, Jonathan Hogan.