The Heiress and the Handyman (2024): Cast & Ratings
The Heiress and the Handyman is a 2024 romantic film directed by Marco Deufemia, starring Corey Sevier as Bart Hudson, Jodie Sweetin and Eve Crawford. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes. IMDb users rate it 5.2/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 24m (84 min)
- Director
- Marco Deufemia
- Genre
- Romance
- Original language
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English
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Heiress and the Handyman About?
The premise of The Heiress and the Handyman without spoilers.
Having lost her substantial fortune, a young heiress relocates to a quiet farm. There, she mistakenly believes a handsome neighbor is the hired handyman. He agrees to help her participate in the annual county fair, all while trying to maintain the appearance of fulfilling her mistaken belief and upholding her family's prestigious reputation.
The Heiress and the Handyman Themes & Keywords
· 1 tag- fall festival
The Heiress and the Handyman Cast & Characters
Corey Sevier leads the cast as Bart Hudson, with Jodie Sweetin as June Waltshire and Eve Crawford as Dotty Cartwright. Directed by Marco Deufemia; 9 actors are credited in all.
- Director Marco Deufemia
- Corey Sevier as Bart Hudson
- Jodie Sweetin as June Waltshire
- Eve Crawford as Dotty Cartwright
- Neil Whitely as Michael Carr
Also Starring in The Heiress and the Handyman
· 5 more- Vas Saranga Chad
- Ann Pirvu Nina Hudson
- Matthew Edison Emcee
- Adrian Griffin Larry Elpin
- Deepak Mathews Tyler
More from Marco Deufemia
More films directed by Marco Deufemia: Hearts Around the Table: Kiki’s Fourth Ingredient, Hearts Around the Table: Shari’s Second Act, Hearts Around the Table: Jenna’s First Love and A Bluegrass Christmas.
The Heiress and the Handyman Reviews & Ratings
IMDb users rate The Heiress and the Handyman 5.2/10. Our Echo Score gives it 38/100, strongest in sensory experience (45) and weakest in art & craft (30).
The Heiress and the Handyman Echo Score Breakdown
The film underperforms in nearly every core area, with the most prominent weakness being its overall execution. Direction and production design appear cheap, with set dressing and costume choices that distract rather than enhance. Acting suffers from uneven performances and limited chemistry, while the plot feels predictable and rushed toward the end. Sensory elements, such as music and visual style, offer only occasional pleasant notes like seasonal décor and animal cameos. Consequently, the movie provides little incentive for repeat viewings, limiting its lasting appeal.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 30
In terms of direction and visual craftsmanship, the movie exhibits a markedly low standard. The editing feels choppy, and production design relies on inexpensive, overly conspicuous décor that detracts from immersion. Cinematography offers little stylistic distinction, and the overall visual polish falls short of expectations for the genre, contributing to a diminished aesthetic experience.
- Character & Emotion 40
When evaluating performances and relational depth, the film presents uneven acting and minimal character development. Chemistry between leads appears flat, and the protagonist's portrayal lacks nuance, though a few supporting actors deliver competent work. The lack of emotional resonance hampers audience connection, resulting in a mixed but generally unsatisfying character landscape.
- Story & Flow 35
The narrative suffers from predictability and pacing issues. The plot follows a familiar premise without meaningful twists, and the middle section stalls before an abruptly rushed climax. Originality is limited, and the overall flow feels uneven, leaving viewers with a sense of an under‑developed story that fails to sustain interest.
- Sensory Experience 45
Sensory components provide occasional highlights, such as seasonal ambience and animal moments, yet are largely marred by distracting visual elements like an ill‑fitting wig and low‑budget set dressing. The soundtrack and sound design are serviceable but unremarkable, resulting in a mixed sensory impression that leans toward the mediocre.
- Rewatch Factor 40
Replay value is limited due to the film's narrative and production shortcomings. While some viewers may appreciate its light‑hearted, fall‑themed tone for a single comfortable watch, the lack of depth and memorable moments reduces motivation for subsequent viewings, yielding a modest rewatch factor.
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IMDb 5.2 /10
807 votes
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TMDB 66% User score
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The Heiress and the Handyman Trailers & Videos
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The Heiress and the Handyman FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Heiress and the Handyman, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Heiress and the Handyman?
The Heiress and the Handyman runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).
When was The Heiress and the Handyman released?
The Heiress and the Handyman was released on August 29, 2024.
Who directed The Heiress and the Handyman?
The Heiress and the Handyman was directed by Marco Deufemia.
More films by Marco Deufemia Who is in the cast of The Heiress and the Handyman?
The Heiress and the Handyman stars Corey Sevier as Bart Hudson, Jodie Sweetin as June Waltshire and Eve Crawford as Dotty Cartwright, among 9 credited actors.
How is The Heiress and the Handyman rated?
The Heiress and the Handyman has 5.2/10 on IMDb and 66% on TMDB.
Does The Heiress and the Handyman have a post-credit scene?
No. The Heiress and the Handyman has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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