Gideon (1998): Cast
Gideon is a 1998 comedy drama directed by Claudia Hoover, starring Christopher Lambert as Gideon Oliver Dobbs, Shelley Winters and Charlton Heston. It runs 1 hour 42 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 42m (102 min)
- Director
- Claudia Hoover
- Original language
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English - Studio
- STTM Corporation
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Gideon About?
The premise of Gideon without spoilers.
Gideon Dobbs, a young, simple‑minded dreamer, checks into a retirement home where the residents have lost their zest for life. His naive optimism and gentle kindness inspire them, helping them rediscover self‑esteem and the joy of each new day, reminding everyone that every moment is a precious gift.
Gideon Cast & Characters
Christopher Lambert leads the cast as Gideon Oliver Dobbs, with Shelley Winters as Mrs. Willows and Charlton Heston as Addison Sinclair. Directed by Claudia Hoover; 22 actors are credited in all.
- Director Claudia Hoover
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Christopher Lambert as Gideon Oliver Dobbs -
Shelley Winters as Mrs. Willows -
Charlton Heston as Addison Sinclair -
Christopher McDonald as Alan Longhurst
Also Starring in Gideon
· 18 more- Michael Bowen Billy Ray Turner
- Harvey Korman Jacob Titleman
- Shirley Jones Elly Morton
- Mykelti Williamson Coleman Walker
- Taylor Nichols Dr. Richard Willows
- Mike Connors Harland Greer
- Carroll O'Connor Leo Barnes
- Jack Donner Mr. Taylor
- Barbara Bain Sarah
- Craig Stepp Sheriff
- Crystal Bernard Jean MacLemore
- Tom Willett Piano Player / Dancer (uncredited)
- Jane Kean Karaoke Woman
- Ernestine Mercer Woman
- Ken Enomoto Cook
- Mackenzie Rosman Molly MacLemore
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- Demian Boergadine Young Gidion (uncredited)
- Scott Dorel Butcher
More from Claudia Hoover
One more film directed by Claudia Hoover: Double Exposure.
Gideon Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Gideon (1998) VHS Trailer
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Gideon FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Gideon, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Gideon?
Gideon runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).
When was Gideon released?
Gideon was released on October 26, 1998.
Who directed Gideon?
Gideon was directed by Claudia Hoover.
More films by Claudia Hoover Who is in the cast of Gideon?
Gideon stars Christopher Lambert as Gideon Oliver Dobbs, Shelley Winters as Mrs. Willows and Charlton Heston as Addison Sinclair, among 22 credited actors.
Does Gideon have a post-credit scene?
No. Gideon has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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