Father Dear Father

Father Dear Father

The original feature film of the hit British sitcom!

1973 · 94 min · ★ 5.3 · Comedy

After divorcing his wife, Patrick Glover decides it is time to remarry, and chooses his literary agent, only to then mistakenly propose to the cleaning lady. Part of his reason for wanting to remarry is to regain some control over his wayward daughters, but they and their lovers continue to complicate his home and his life... A farcical comedy full of hilarious confusions, this feature-length version of the popular sitcom Father, Dear Father is a real gem of British humour at its best.

Directed by William G. Stewart · Written by Brian Cooke

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Patrick Cargill Patrick Glover
Natasha Pyne Anna Glover
Ann Holloway Karen Glover
Noel Dyson Nanny
Ursula Howells Barbara
Joyce Carey Mother
Richard O'Sullivan Richard
Joseph O'Conor Vicar
Jack Watling Bill Mossman
Jill Melford Georgie Thompson
Beryl Reid Mrs. Gladys Stoppard
Donald Sinden Philip Glover

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