On Golden Pond (1981)

Kernel Score: 81% · 502 ratings · Rated PG

Genres: Drama, Romance

Released: 1981-12-04

Runtime: 109 minutes

Where to watch On Golden Pond

US availability, updated 2026-10-22.

Overview

For Norman and Ethel Thayer, this summer on golden pond is filled with conflict and resolution. When their daughter Chelsea arrives, the family is forced to renew the bonds of love and overcome the generational friction that has existed for years.

On Golden Pond parents' guide: ages 8+

Parents need to know that On Golden Pond is a PG drama about an aging couple reconnecting with their daughter and family over a summer.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Director

Mark Rydell

Cast

  • Katharine Hepburn as Ethel Thayer
  • Henry Fonda as Norman Thayer Jr.
  • Jane Fonda as Chelsea Thayer Wayne
  • Doug McKeon as Billy Ray
  • Dabney Coleman as Bill Ray
  • William Lanteau as Charlie Martin
  • Christopher Rydell as Sumner Todd
  • Troy Garity as Young Boy on Jetty (uncredited)

On Golden Pond FAQ

Is On Golden Pond good?

On Golden Pond has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 502 audience ratings.

Where can I watch On Golden Pond?

In the US you can stream On Golden Pond on Prime Video, Fubo, Peacock, Philo and Fandor, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home and Pluto TV and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is On Golden Pond OK for kids?

On Golden Pond is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that On Golden Pond is a PG drama about an aging couple reconnecting with their daughter and family over a summer.

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