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Movie · 1989 · 117 min

Dad (1989)

“Sometimes the greatest man you ever meet... is the first one.”

6.4/10 · 114 votes
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Dad is a 1989 movie (Drama). Dad was directed by Gary David Goldberg. Dad runs 117 minutes. It has an average rating of 6.4/10 from 114 viewers. In United States, you can watch Dad on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

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Plot

A busy executive learns during a meeting that his mother may be dying and rushes home to her side. He ends up being his father's caretaker and becomes closer to him than ever before. Estranged from his own son, the executive comes to realize what has been missing in his own life.

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#based on novel or book#parent child relationship#heart attack#los angeles, california#father son relationship#grandfather grandson relationship

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Dad?

In United States, you can watch Dad on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Who stars in Dad?

The main cast of Dad includes Jack Lemmon, Ted Danson, Ethan Hawke, Kevin Spacey and Olympia Dukakis.

Who directed Dad?

Dad was directed by Gary David Goldberg.

When was Dad released?

Dad was released on October 27, 1989.

How long is Dad?

Dad runs 117 minutes.

Is Dad worth watching?

Dad has an average rating of 6.4/10 from 114 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked Dad?

If you enjoyed Dad, try James White, I Never Sang for My Father, East of Eden and Tigertail.

How much did Dad make at the box office?

Dad grossed $19,738,015 worldwide on a budget of $19,000,000.

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Updated: October 27, 2026 ·