Movie

The Good Father

★ 5.6(16)19851h 30m

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Good to know

Director: Mike Newell
Release date: 1985-11-01
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Greenpoint Films

About The Good Father

The Good Father is a 1985 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Mike Newell, starring Anthony Hopkins, Jim Broadbent and Harriet Walter. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.6/10 from 16 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Good Father in Australia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Bill is a man who's very bitter about his divorce and losing custody of his son. So, when one of his friends is being sued for divorce by his wife so that she can enter a lesbian relationship, Bill decides to help his friend gain custody of his son...in any way that they can devise, including using a sleazeball lawyer. But while Bill feels that feminism has robbed him of his family, he begins to be appalled at what he and Roger have done.

Cast

Anthony Hopkins

Bill Hooper

Jim Broadbent

Roger Miles

Harriet Walter

Emmy Hooper

Frances Viner

Cheryl Langford

Simon Callow

Mark Varda

Miriam Margolyes

Jane Powell

Joanne Whalley

Mary Hall

Michael Byrne

Leonard Scruby

Stephen Fry

Creighton

Clifford Rose

Judge

Jennie Stoller

Bill's friend

Johanna Kirby

Bill's friend

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Good Father in Australia?+

The Good Father is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Australia. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Good Father on Netflix?+

The Good Father is not on Netflix in Australia right now.

How long is The Good Father?+

The Good Father has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in The Good Father?+

The Good Father stars Anthony Hopkins, Jim Broadbent, Harriet Walter, Frances Viner and Simon Callow.

When did The Good Father come out?+

The Good Father is a 1985 movie directed by Mike Newell.

What genre is The Good Father?+

The Good Father is Drama film.

Who directed The Good Father?+

The Good Father was directed by Mike Newell.