
When fifteen‑year‑old Chris Mills discovers his parents are filing for divorce, he refuses to let them split. He hires Archie Corelli—a car‑repair shop owner and former attorney—to intervene and stop the legal proceedings. United by a strong sense of doing what’s right, they devise a plan to thwart the divorce and protect their family.
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Explore the complete cast of Necessary Parties, including both lead and supporting actors. Learn who plays each character, discover their past roles and achievements, and find out what makes this ensemble cast stand out in the world of film and television.

Alan Arkin
Archie Corelli

Adam Arkin
Mr. Dunfee

Julie Hagerty
Connie Mills

Geoff Pierson
Stephen Mills

Brenda Denmark
Mrs. Price

Donald Moffat
Grampa Mills

Stefan DeSalle
Ronald

Mark-Paul Gosselaar
Chris Mills

Denece Ryland
Sylvia Nevins, Mom's lawyer

Gwen McGee
Clerk

Barbara Dana
Carol

Adam Biesk
C.J.

Judd Trichter
David Haverman

Taylor Fry
Jenny Mills

Gwen Arner
Parent

John Batiste
Judge Harris

Maggie Task
Mrs. Sivalo

Kurt Knudson
Beanie Davis, Dad's lawyer

Jason Kristofer
Ben

Danielle Marcot
Trudy

Jennifer McComb
Marion

Lee Ann Galasso
Amy

Anthony Arkin
Joey, the mechanic

Nina Inamdar
Vivian

Kelli Rabke
Terry

Elliot Vermes
Bud

Richard Dana
Reverend Mosely
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