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‘Fried Green Tomatoes’: 35th Anniversary Re-release

The treacly ‘Fried Green Tomatoes’ wouldn’t be the long-standing crowd-pleaser it is without Bates, Tandy, Masterson, and Parker infusing it with charisma.
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‘Fried Green Tomatoes’: 35th Anniversary Re-release
Ruth (Mary Louise Parker, L) and Idgie (Mary Stuart Masterson) are best friends, in "Fried Green Tomatoes." (Universal Pictures
Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson
Film Critic
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PG-13 | 2h 10m | Comedy, Drama | 2026

“Fried Green Tomatoes” returns to theaters for its 35th anniversary on May 10, 2026, with additional screenings on May 13, as part of Fathom’s Big Screen Classics series.

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Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson
Film Critic
Mark Jackson is the senior film critic for The Epoch Times and a Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic. Mark earned a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Williams College, followed by classical theater conservatory training, and has 20 years' experience as a New York professional actor. He narrated The Epoch Times audiobook "How the Specter of Communism Is Ruling Our World," available on iTunes, Audible, and YouTube. Mark is featured in the book "How to Be a Film Critic in Five Easy Lessons" by Christopher K. Brooks. In addition to films, he enjoys Harley-Davidsons, rock-climbing, qigong, martial arts, and human rights activism.
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