The Marriage Fool

The Marriage Fool

Movie·1998·1h 36m

The Marriage Fool

Directed By

Charles Matthau

Country

United States of America

Language

English

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// overview

The Story

Recently widowed after 41 years of marriage, Frank Walsh meets the outgoing Florence, sparking joy back into his life again. However, there is clear disapproval of her from his grown children, especially his eldest son Robert. As Frank and Florence grow closer in their relationship, Robert begins to change his perspective on their commitment and devotion to one another.

Producer

Jack Grossbart, Joan Barnett

Cinematography

John J. Connor

Music

James McVay

Editor

Carroll Timothy O'Meara

Themes

new york cityfuneralwisconsinbased on play or musicalgrieving widowerlonelinessdatingfalling in lovedeath of motherfamily disapprovalaccountantdeath of wife

Production House

Grossbart Barnett Productions

Audience Score

69%

5 votes

Skip10%

Timepass24%

Go for it38%

Perfection28%

Where to watch

Region: IN

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// cast

Cast

Walter Matthau

Walter Matthau

Frank Walsh

Carol Burnett

Carol Burnett

Florence

John Stamos

John Stamos

Robert Walsh

Teri Polo

Teri Polo

Susan Prescot

Kevin Frank

James Walsh

Arlene Mazerolle

Darlene Walsh

Michael McMurtry

Michael McMurtry

Steven Walsh

Christina Collins

Joy Walsh

Mary Moore

Linda

Johanna Nicosia

Johanna Nicosia

Wendy Ferris

Sally Willis

Tina (Florence's Daughter)

Dawn Greenhalgh

Dawn Greenhalgh

Lydia

Paul Soles

Paul Soles

Warren

Ted Simonett

Falco (Robert's Boss)

Steve Behal

Charlie

Cliff Saunders

Cliff Saunders

John

Bruce Deller

Mr. Peprocki (Neighbor)

Charles Matthau

Charles Matthau

Salesperson

// crew

Crew

James McVay

Original Music Composer

Jack Grossbart

Executive Producer

Joan Barnett

Executive Producer

Carroll Timothy O'Meara

Editor

John J. Connor

Director of Photography

Charles Matthau

Charles Matthau

Director

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