The Marriage Fool (1998)

09/20/1998 (US) • 1h 36m

Comedy, Drama, Romance, TV Movie

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.

Top Billed Cast

Walter Matthau

Frank Walsh

John Stamos

Robert Walsh

Teri Polo

Susan Prescot

Kevin Frank

James Walsh

Arlene Mazerolle

Darlene Walsh

Michael McMurtry

Steven Walsh


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

new york city

funeral

wisconsin

based on play or musical

grieving widower

loneliness

dating

falling in love

death of mother

family disapproval

accountant

death of wife

elderly man

period of adjustment

adult children

father son relationship

microwave

elderly woman

elderly father

elderly widower

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