Far and Away (1992)

A young free-spirited Irish woman from an affluent Protestant family spontaneously befriends a street-smart commoner cheated by her family’s hostile land takeovers. They escape to America, ready to take advantage of the 19th century Oklahoma land rush.

Genres: Adventure, Drama, Romance, Western

What to watch after Far and Away

• Australia (2008) — Same feel: dramatic, uplifting
• Days of Thunder (1990) — Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise appear in both
• Bite the Bullet (1975)
• Jerry Maguire (1996) — Same feel: dramatic, optimistic
• Top Gun (1986) — Tom Cruise appears in both
• Risky Business (1983) — Same subject: brothel