Father Hood (1993): Cast, Box Office, Plot & Where to Watch
Father Hood is a 1993 family comedy directed by Darrell James Roodt, starring Josh Lucas as Andy, Michael Ironside and Halle Berry. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes and earned $3.4 million worldwide. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 35m (95 min)
- Director
- Darrell James Roodt
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Hollywood Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Father Hood About?
The premise of Father Hood without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A deadbeat father, listed as America’s most wanted dad, snatches his children from a school bus destined for a harsh foster home. On the run, they’re pursued by police while the kids argue nonstop and his bleak escape plan unfolds, but the perilous journey may finally bind them into a real family.
Father Hood Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- child abuse
- road film
- on the road
- father daughter reunion
- car chase
- female reporter
- ex convict
- sibling relationship
- emotional abuse
- change of heart
- tears running down someone's face
- slimehouse
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- cigarette smoking
- car goes over a cliff
- live action
- fear of heights
- police car chase
- los angeles california
- driving into water
- widowed father
- climbing over a fence
- juvenile hall
- car flip
- flagstaff arizona
- shaving while driving
- climbing a chain link fence
- reference to arnold schwarzenegger
- gun tucked in pants
- reference to egg mcmuffin
- swallowing a key
- hoover dam
- exploding car
- foster home
- low blood sugar
- car on fire
- court hearing
- thanksgiving
- psychic reading
- car theft
- jumping out of a boat
- 7 year old boy
- cavern
- hot wiring a boat
- pregnant teenager
- psychic
- hot wiring a car
- single parent
- breaking a wishbone
- new orleans louisiana
- stolen car
Where to Watch Father Hood
Rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Father Hood Cast & Characters
Josh Lucas leads the cast as Andy, with Michael Ironside as Jerry and Halle Berry as Kathleen Mercer. Directed by Darrell James Roodt; 13 actors are credited in all.
- Director Darrell James Roodt
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Adrienne Barbeau as Celeste
Also Starring in Father Hood
· 9 more- Diane Ladd Rita
- Bob Gunton Lazzaro
- Patrick Swayze Jack Charles
- Georgann Johnson Judge
- William Bumiller Travis
- Brian Bonsall Eddie Charles
- Vanessa Marquez Delores
- Sabrina Lloyd Kelly Charles
- Scott H. Eddo Detective #1
Father Hood Plot Summary
What happens in Father Hood from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 6-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The movie begins with Kevin Hart portraying Matthew Logelin, a man overwhelmed with grief as he speaks at the funeral of his beloved wife, Liz. His close friends, Lil Rel Howery as Jordan and Anthony Carrigan as Oscar, gather around to offer support during this devastating time. Also present is Matt’s devoted mother, Thedra Porter as Anna, who tries to comfort him, but despite their efforts, Matt remains utterly inconsolable. Not only is he mourning Liz’s passing, but he is now also faced with the enormous responsibility of raising their newborn daughter, Maddy. Many people, including Matt himself, question whether he is truly prepared to shoulder such a demanding role as a single parent.
Full summary
The whole story of Father Hood, scene by scene
Father Hood Box Office
Father Hood grossed $3.4 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$3.4M
- US & Canada
- $3.4M
Father Hood Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Father Hood.
How Well Do You Know Father Hood?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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Who plays the main character, Matthew Logelin, in Father Hood?
Cars in Father Hood
32 cars on screen, including the 1972 Cadillac Fleetwood Eldorado and the 1983 BMW 733i E23.
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1983 BMW 733i E23 Important role -
1978 Chevrolet Camaro Important role -
1986 Chevrolet Caprice Important role
Father Hood Also Known As
20 alternative titles, including “Tata lump” and “Táta lump”.
- Also known as
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- Tata lump
- Táta lump
- Una famiglia in fuga
- Kidnapper
- Der Kidnapper
- Баща похитител
- Un Père en Cavale
- El enemigo público nº1... mi padre
- Fater élve vagy halva
- Famiglia in fuga
- Um Pai Fujão
- Отчаянный папа
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- El enemigo público Nº 1... mi padre
- Tata na wagarach
- 아빠 만들기
- En buse till pappa
- Αλλιώτικος Πατέρας
- Відчайдушний тато
- 头号公敌
- אבא אוהב
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Movies Like Father Hood
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Father’s Law, Blood Father and Fatherhood.
Father Hood FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office and post-credit scenes of Father Hood, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Father Hood?
Father Hood runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).
When was Father Hood released?
Father Hood was released on August 27, 1993.
Who directed Father Hood?
Father Hood was directed by Darrell James Roodt.
More films by Darrell James Roodt Who is in the cast of Father Hood?
Father Hood stars Josh Lucas as Andy, Michael Ironside as Jerry and Halle Berry as Kathleen Mercer, among 13 credited actors.
Where can I watch Father Hood?
In the US, Father Hood is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Father Hood make at the box office?
Father Hood grossed $3.4 million worldwide.
Does Father Hood have a post-credit scene?
No. Father Hood has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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