The Marriage Fool

Sep 20, 1998

1h 36m

★ 7.2

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.

Genres

Comedy

Drama

Romance

TV Movie

Production Companies

Grossbart Barnett Productions

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Cast

Frank Walsh

Walter Matthau

Florence

Carol Burnett

Robert Walsh

John Stamos

Susan Prescot

Teri Polo

James Walsh

Kevin Frank

Darlene Walsh

Arlene Mazerolle

Steven Walsh

Michael McMurtry

Joy Walsh

Christina Collins

Linda

Mary Moore

Wendy Ferris

Johanna Nicosia

Tina (Florence's Daughter)

Sally Willis

Lydia

Dawn Greenhalgh

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