The Dead Father(1985)
The Dead Father Synopsis
The patriarch of a troubled clan dies, but the resentment and yearning of the eldest son conspire to bring the errant father back for periodic visits in an only partially living state.
The Dead Father (1985) is a comedy, drama and horror film directed by Guy Maddin, released on September 5, 1985 with a runtime of 25m. It stars D.P. Snidal, Margaret Anne MacLeod, John Harvie and Angela Heck. Viewers rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 8 ratings.
- Director:
- Guy Maddin
- Writers:
- Guy Maddin, George Toles
- Production:
- Extra Large Productions
- Status:
- Released
The Dead Father Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Guy Maddin, written by Guy Maddin and George Toles.
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The Dead Father Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.3/10 from 8 ratings.
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The Dead Father – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Dead Father online?
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The Dead Father (1985) does not have a confirmed streaming, rental or digital purchase option listed for your region yet. Availability is refreshed regularly, so check back for updates.
Who stars in The Dead Father?
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The main cast of The Dead Father (1985) includes D.P. Snidal, Margaret Anne MacLeod, John Harvie, Angela Heck and Rachel Toles. The film was directed by Guy Maddin. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Dead Father released?
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The Dead Father was released on September 5, 1985 and runs for 25m.
Is The Dead Father worth watching?
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The Dead Father (1985) holds an average rating of 6.3 out of 10 from 8 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and horror films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.