Movie

The Thing About My Folks

“Sometimes the fruit falls very far from the tree.”

★ 6.5(26)20051h 36m

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Director: Raymond De Felitta
Release date: 2005-06-02
Runtime: 1h 36m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Nuance Productions

About The Thing About My Folks

The Thing About My Folks is a 2005 movie in the Family, Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Raymond De Felitta, starring Peter Falk, Paul Reiser and Olympia Dukakis. It has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 26 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Thing About My Folks in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Ben's dad Sam shows up one night with a note from Ben's mother (Sam's wife of 46 years), that she has left. While Ben's wife and his three sisters try to find her, Ben takes Sam on a day trip to see a farmhouse that's for sale. The day trip turns into a road trip while dad and son explore their past, their relationship, and why Sam's wife might have left him. The road trip includes fishing, drinking, playing pool, sleeping under the stars, and frank discussion. Anger simmers close at hand, as do love and hope. Where Sam's wife is - and why she left - leads to the movie's resolution.

Cast

Peter Falk

Sam Kleinman

Paul Reiser

Ben Kleinman

Olympia Dukakis

Muriel Kleinman

Elizabeth Perkins

Rachel Kleinman

Mackenzie Connolly

Lilly Kleinman

Ann Dowd

Linda

Mimi Lieber

Bonnie

Lydia Jordan

Mia Kleinman

Catherine Taormina

Young Muriel Kleinman

Jerry Seinfeld

Richard Duva

Young Sam Kleinman

Alison Fraser

Cutie's Mom

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Thing About My Folks in Canada?+

The Thing About My Folks is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Thing About My Folks on Netflix?+

The Thing About My Folks is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Thing About My Folks?+

The Thing About My Folks has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

Who stars in The Thing About My Folks?+

The Thing About My Folks stars Peter Falk, Paul Reiser, Olympia Dukakis, Elizabeth Perkins and Mackenzie Connolly.

When did The Thing About My Folks come out?+

The Thing About My Folks is a 2005 movie directed by Raymond De Felitta.

What genre is The Thing About My Folks?+

The Thing About My Folks is Family, Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed The Thing About My Folks?+

The Thing About My Folks was directed by Raymond De Felitta.