Under the Influence
Synopsis
Noah Talbot is a long-time alcoholic whose drinking begins to have a devastating effect not only on his personal life but on his family as well.
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Andy Griffith
Noah Talbot
Joyce Van Patten
Helen Talbot
Season Hubley
Ann Talbot Simpson
Paul Provenza
Stephen Talbot
Keanu Reeves
Eddie Talbot
Dana Andersen
Terri Talbot
Kario Salem
John Simpson
William Schallert
Cade
Richard Lawson
Dr. Duran
Paddi Edwards
Eve
Eve Smith
Mrs. Clark
Susan Ruttan
Ms. Morgan
Danae Torn
Floozie Girl
Janet Rotblatt
Miss Seaver
John Zarchen
Boy in Bar
Bill Calvert
Rick
Cynthia Lea Clark
Nurse (uncredited)
Robert Phalen
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thomas Carter
- Screenplay & Story
- Joyce Burditt
- Original Score
- Nan Schwartz
- Original Title
- Under the Influence
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- CBS Entertainment Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas Carter
Joyce Burditt
Nan Schwartz
Matthew F. Leonetti
David Rosenbloom
Vanessa Greene
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas Carter
Director
Vanessa Greene
Producer
Matthew F. Leonetti
Director of Photography
David Rosenbloom
Editor
Joyce Burditt
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Under the Influence
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Under the Influence about?
Noah Talbot is a long-time alcoholic whose drinking begins to have a devastating effect not only on his personal life but on his family as well.
Who directed Under the Influence?
Under the Influence was directed by Thomas Carter.
Who stars in Under the Influence?
The principal cast of Under the Influence includes Andy Griffith, Joyce Van Patten, Season Hubley, Paul Provenza, Keanu Reeves.
When was Under the Influence released and how long is it?
Under the Influence was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Under the Influence?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Under the Influence was composed by Nan Schwartz.