Forgiving the Franklins

Jan 1, 2006

1h 38m

★ 3.8

The Religious Sex Comedy That Believes In Odd

Overview

A conservative, God fearing Southern family is spiritually changed by an auto accident, but who they become puts them at odds with the highly conservative values around them.

Genres

Comedy

Drama

Romance

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Cast

Betty Franklin

Teresa Willis

Frank Franklin

Robertson Dean

Caroline Franklin

Aviva Baumann

Brian Franklin

Vince Pavia

Peggy Lester

Mari C. Blackwell

The Pastor

Andy Forrest

Junior Law Partner

Doug Purdy

Christian Parent's Association Woman

Jenica Bergere

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