The Marriage Fool

Overview

Recently widowed after 41 years of marriage, Frank Walsh meets the outgoing Florence, sparking joy back into his life again. However, there is clear disapproval of her from his grown children, especially his eldest son Robert. As Frank and Florence grow closer in their relationship, Robert begins to change his perspective on their commitment and devotion to one another.

Directed by Charles Matthau

Top cast

Walter Matthau

Frank Walsh

Carol Burnett

Florence

John Stamos

Robert Walsh

Teri Polo

Susan Prescot

S

Steve Behal

Charlie

Johanna Nicosia

Wendy

C

Christina Collins

Joy

B

Bruce Deller

Mr. Peprocki

K

Kevin Frank

James

Dawn Greenhalgh

Lydia

Charles Matthau

Salesperson

Arlene Mazerolle

Darlene

Michael McMurtry

Steven

M

Mary Moore

Linda

Cliff Saunders

John

Ted Simonett

Falco

Paul Soles

Warren

S

Sally Willis

Tina

A

April Morgan

Secretary (uncredited)

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