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 | 0.8288 |
Directed By
Charles Matthau
Crew
James McVay
Vince Nyuli
Kevin Alanthwaite
Kimberley Ann Rush
John Lindsay
Stacey Knocker
Judith R. Gellman
Scott MacKinnon
Karola Dirnberger
Larry Pitman
Marty Elcan
Peter Daprato
Vic Rigler
Robert DaPrato
Lou Thomas
Shana Landsburg
Sabine Graham
Tracy Shaw
Inge Klaudi
Shauna Jamison
Andy Chmura
Cameron Kuc
Jennifer Peck
Jason Friedlander
Eric J. Robertson
Colin Jones
Nelleke Privett
Saverina Allevato
Daniel Blatt
Kevin S. Stewart
Joan Barnett
Linda L. Kent
Richard Vetere
Richard Vetere
Jack Grossbart
Carroll Timothy O'Meara
Elis Y. Lam
David L. Bertman
Dan Yarhi
John J. Connor
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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