IN-PERSON: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest - Milos Forman - 1975

This movie was released in November of 1975.

It is 2 hours and 13 minutes long.

This movie is adapted from the book of the same name released in 1962.

Summary (no spolers): One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest follows Randle McMurphy, a rebellious and free-spirited convict who is transferred to a psychiatric hospital for evaluation, where he quickly clashes with the institution’s calm but controlling head nurse, Nurse Ratched. As McMurphy challenges the ward’s rigid routines and encourages the patients to embrace laughter, independence, and self-expression, the film becomes a powerful exploration of authority, individuality, mental health, and what it truly means to be “normal.” Blending humor, tension, and emotional depth, the movie examines how systems of control can shape human behavior while celebrating the human desire for freedom and connection.

Here is the trailer - not really any spoilers.

Here are the streaming options. This is subject to change at any time.

Here are deep links to the movie on these websites:
IMDB
Wikipedia Entry
RottenTomatoes 92%/ 96%
Box Office Mojo - $109M

Popular Reviews:
Roger Ebert 4 of 4 Stars
New York Times
The Guardian: 5 of 5 Stars