The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio

Overview

A Midwestern housewife supports her large family by entering contests for ad slogans sponsored by consumer product companies, while dealing with abuse from her alcoholic husband. Based on a true story.

Directed by Jane Anderson

Top cast

Julianne Moore

Evelyn Ryan

Woody Harrelson

Kelly Ryan

Laura Dern

Dortha Schaefer

Trevor Morgan

Bruce Ryan

Ellary Porterfield

Tuff Ryan

Simon Reynolds

Ray the Milkman

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Robert Clark

Dick Ryan

Michael Seater

Bub Ryan at 15 yrs

Jordan Todosey

Tuff Ryan at 9 yrs

Jack Murray

Rog Ryan at 17 yrs

Noni White

Pauline

Nora Dunn

Girl Group Member

Erik Knudsen

Rog Ryan at 13 Years

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