Product Details

• Actors: Tom Selleck, Rebekah Johnson, JoBeth Williams, Ben Johnson, Eileen Seeley
• Format: Full Screen, Color, NTSC
• Rated: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
• Number of tapes: 1
• Studio: Lions Gate
• VHS Release Date: December 17, 1996
• Run Time: 100 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• ASIN: 630423385X
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #66,978 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Customer Reviews

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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Leonard, this movie is MUCH more than just a 'buddy picture', November 6, 2000

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"niklovr" (Los Angeles, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ruby Jean and Joe [VHS] (VHS Tape)

And 'offbeat'?? Where did he get that? This film is a classic. Tom Selleck portrays Joe Wade as a real person. He's heroic at times, but he's not immune to the human condition of self-doubt and regrets from the past. Rebekah Johnson as Ruby Jean Babcock perfectly balances vunerability with modern-day savvy about the world around her. Without unnecessary lewdness, the movie depicts a beautiful love story. Despite what others see when they look at them, Ruby Jean and Joe connect. The movie was heartwarming to watch and I am looking forward to it being released on DVD as I will certainly buy it!

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This one hit home., August 20, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Ruby Jean and Joe [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I saw this movie for the first time in 1996 - about a week before my birthday. I was trying to come to grips with several personal issues at once myself: Getting older, changing jobs, past relationships, alcoholism and loneliness. Selleck's character, though older than me, was all too familiar. His performance, as well as the entire cast, brought the story to life in an honest, believable way. The story goes to show that it's okay to have faults. It's also important to recognize who your real friends are and accept their help, too. Lastly, you cannot judge a person by their appearance, either. As Ruby Jean observes, "You must be somebody you don't look like." I'm not ashamed to say this movie brings this biker to tears every time I watch it. (Usually on my birthday.)

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars So Close and yet So Far Away, August 8, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Ruby Jean and Joe [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I can't believe this movie hasn't been shown any more than it has. It really touched my heart. I guess it hasn't been shown because you have a young black girl and an aging white man. I don't know if prejudice will ever go away and that's really sad. This was a really good movie because it was so real. How many times do you see people that want to be together, but they don't because of other people and what might be said. This movie really needs to be shown more so people can see how it hurts not to be with someone you love.