The Marriage Fool (1998)
Overview
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.
Production Companies
Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.7445 |
Directed By
Charles Matthau
Crew
James McVay
Shauna Jamison
Marty Elcan
Eric J. Robertson
Shana Landsburg
Nelleke Privett
Andy Chmura
John Lindsay
Colin Jones
Sabine Graham
Stacey Knocker
Saverina Allevato
Cameron Kuc
Vince Nyuli
Judith R. Gellman
Kimberley Ann Rush
Kevin Alanthwaite
Scott MacKinnon
Robert DaPrato
Peter Daprato
Tracy Shaw
Kevin S. Stewart
Inge Klaudi
Karola Dirnberger
Vic Rigler
Jennifer Peck
Daniel Blatt
Jason Friedlander
Larry Pitman
Lou Thomas
Richard Vetere
Richard Vetere
Joan Barnett
Jack Grossbart
Linda L. Kent
John J. Connor
David L. Bertman
Carroll Timothy O'Meara
Dan Yarhi
Elis Y. Lam
Kate Redmond
Charles Matthau
Lisa D'Arcy
Tom Mather
TOP CAST
Walter Matthau
Frank Walsh
Carol Burnett
Florence
John Stamos
Robert Walsh
Teri Polo
Susan Prescot
Kevin Frank
James Walsh
Arlene Mazerolle
Darlene Walsh
Michael McMurtry
Steven Walsh
Christina Collins
Joy Walsh
Mary Moore
Linda
Johanna Nicosia
Wendy Ferris
Sally Willis
Tina (Florence's Daughter)
Dawn Greenhalgh
Lydia
Paul Soles
Warren
Ted Simonett
Falco (Robert's Boss)
Steve Behal
Charlie
Cliff Saunders
John
Bruce Deller
Mr. Peprocki (Neighbor)
Charles Matthau
Salesperson
April Morgan
Secretary (uncredited)
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