Gideon
“An angel in our lives.”
Synopsis
Gideon Dobbs is young, simple-minded man who has never stopped dreaming. He checks into a retirement home where he finds the residents have lost their lust for life. Through his innocence he changes their lives and teaches them that each day is a precious gift. They get back their self-esteem and their lust for life.
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Gideon (1998) VHS Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-07-29
Top Cast
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Christopher Lambert
Gideon Oliver Dobbs
Charlton Heston
Addison Sinclair
Carroll O'Connor
Leo Barnes
Shirley Jones
Elly Morton
Mike Connors
Harland Greer
Barbara Bain
Sarah
Shelley Winters
Mrs. Willows
Crystal Bernard
Jean MacLemore
Christopher McDonald
Alan Longhurst
Mykelti Williamson
Coleman Walker
Taylor Nichols
Dr. Richard Willows
Michael Bowen
Billy Ray Turner
Harvey Korman
Jacob Titleman
Jack Donner
Mr. Taylor
Scott Dorel
Butcher
Ken Enomoto
Cook
Jane Kean
Karaoke Woman
Ernestine Mercer
Woman
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 26, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Claudia Hoover
- Screenplay & Story
- Brad Mirman
- Original Score
- Anthony Marinelli
- Original Title
- Gideon
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Ido, English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- STTM Corporation, Baldwin/Cohen Productions, World International Network
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Claudia Hoover
Brad Mirman
Anthony Marinelli
João Fernandes
Karen Elise Baldwin, Howard Baldwin
Department Leadership Roster
Claudia Hoover
Director
Brad Mirman
Writer
Karen Elise Baldwin
Producer
Howard Baldwin
Producer
Anthony Marinelli
Original Music Composer
João Fernandes
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gideon
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What is Gideon about?
Gideon Dobbs is young, simple-minded man who has never stopped dreaming. He checks into a retirement home where he finds the residents have lost their lust for life. Through his innocence he changes their lives and teaches them that each day is a precious gift. They get back their self-esteem and their lust for life.
Who directed Gideon?
Gideon was directed by Claudia Hoover.
Who stars in Gideon?
The principal cast of Gideon includes Christopher Lambert, Charlton Heston, Carroll O'Connor, Shirley Jones, Mike Connors.
When was Gideon released and how long is it?
Gideon was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Gideon?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Gideon was composed by Anthony Marinelli.