1985 · movie · 1h 31m
Desert Hearts
In 1959, Vivian Bell came to Reno, Nevada for a quick divorce. Of all the people she met there, the one who surprised her the most was herself.
Is Desert Hearts on Netflix?
No. Desert Hearts (1985) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
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While waiting for her divorce papers, a repressed literature professor finds herself unexpectedly attracted by a carefree, spirited young woman named Cay.
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How we got to 68.4
Critic and audience ratings set the number. Popularity, Top 10 position and recency can only lift it, never sink it. Full method.
| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 7.1/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 19 | none |
Desert Hearts: common questions
Is Desert Hearts on Netflix?
No. Desert Hearts (1985) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
Where can I watch Desert Hearts?
Desert Hearts (1985) is included with a HBO Max subscription in the US.
Is Desert Hearts worth watching?
It scores 68.4/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in B-tier: worth it.
How long is Desert Hearts?
Desert Hearts runs 1h 31m (91 minutes).
Who is in Desert Hearts?
Desert Hearts stars Helen Shaver, Patricia Charbonneau, Audra Lindley, Andra Akers.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.