Dolores Claiborne (1995)
Kernel Score: 82% · 857 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery
Released: 1995-03-24
Runtime: 132 minutes
Where to watch Dolores Claiborne
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US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Dolores Claiborne was accused of killing her abusive husband twenty years ago, but the court's findings were inconclusive and she was allowed to walk free. Now she has been accused of killing her employer, Vera Donovan, and this time there is a witness who can place her at the scene of the crime. Things look bad for Dolores when her daughter Selena, a successful Manhattan magazine writer, returns to cover the story.
Dolores Claiborne parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Dolores Claiborne is an R-rated mystery drama involving domestic violence, alcoholism, and murder accusations.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Includes domestic violence, child abuse themes, and murder investigations.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Moderate — Alcoholism is a significant recurring element among characters.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Kathy Bates as Dolores Claiborne
- Jennifer Jason Leigh as Selena St. George
- Judy Parfitt as Vera Donovan
- Christopher Plummer as John Mackey
- David Strathairn as Joe St. George
- Eric Bogosian as Peter
- John C. Reilly as Const. Frank Stamshaw
- Ellen Muth as Young Selena
- Bob Gunton as Mr. Pease
- Roy Cooper as Magistrate
Dolores Claiborne FAQ
Is Dolores Claiborne good?
Dolores Claiborne has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 857 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Dolores Claiborne?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Dolores Claiborne OK for kids?
Dolores Claiborne is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Dolores Claiborne is an R-rated mystery drama involving domestic violence, alcoholism, and murder accusations.
What movies are like Dolores Claiborne?
If you liked Dolores Claiborne, try Natural Born Killers, Cleveland Abduction, Mississippi Burning and Kiss Me Deadly.