A Cool, Dry Place
“love, sex and starting over...”
Synopsis
Russell, a single father, balances his work as a lawyer with the care of his five-year-old son after his wife abandoned them. When she reappears creating turmoil, he must deal with his new love interest and the job opportunity of a lifetime.
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Top Cast
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Vince Vaughn
Russell Durrell
Monica Potter
Kate Durrell
Joey Lauren Adams
Beth Ward
Bobby Moat
Calvin Durrell
Devon Sawa
Noah Ward
Todd Louiso
Bob Harper
Jenny Robertson
Joyce Ives
Siobhan Fallon Hogan
Charlotte
Chris Bauer
Larry Ives
Nicholas Campbell
Frankie Gooland
Aleksa Palladino
Bonnie
Janet Kidder
Carol Holman
Doug Wert
Tom Johnson
Skipp Sudduth
Jack Newbauer
Dara Perlmutter
Megan
Jennifer Irwin
Connie Harper
Beth Littleford
Suzanne
Ben Bass
Placement Agent
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 29, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John N. Smith
- Screenplay & Story
- Matthew McDuffie
- Original Score
- Curt Sobel
- Original Title
- A Cool, Dry Place
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Jacobs/Mutrux, Fox 2000 Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John N. Smith
Matthew McDuffie, Michael Grant Jaffe
Curt Sobel
Jean Lépine
Susan Shipton
Gail Mutrux, Katie Jacobs
Department Leadership Roster
John N. Smith
Director
Matthew McDuffie
Screenplay
Jean Lépine
Director of Photography
Gail Mutrux
Producer
Katie Jacobs
Producer
Susan Shipton
Editor
Donald Graham Burt
Production Design
Denise Cronenberg
Costume Design
Branko Racki
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Cool, Dry Place
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What is A Cool, Dry Place about?
Russell, a single father, balances his work as a lawyer with the care of his five-year-old son after his wife abandoned them. When she reappears creating turmoil, he must deal with his new love interest and the job opportunity of a lifetime.
Who directed A Cool, Dry Place?
A Cool, Dry Place was directed by John N. Smith.
Who stars in A Cool, Dry Place?
The principal cast of A Cool, Dry Place includes Vince Vaughn, Monica Potter, Joey Lauren Adams, Bobby Moat, Devon Sawa.
When was A Cool, Dry Place released and how long is it?
A Cool, Dry Place was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for A Cool, Dry Place?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Cool, Dry Place was composed by Curt Sobel.
Is A Cool, Dry Place based on a book or true story?
A Cool, Dry Place is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Michael Grant Jaffe".
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Cool, Dry Place?
A Cool, Dry Place holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).