Best Friends for Life
Synopsis
Sarah and Harriet have been best friends since childhood. They married at the same time, had children within the same year and now find themselves facing uncertain futures after the sudden deaths of their husbands. Though they have much in common, Sarah is a relaxed nature lover, while Harriet is intense and set in her ways. Sarah has been able to move on with her life with the help of her mother, her maid Katie and Will, the new man in her life. Harriet is unable to cope with her loss and her relationship with her daughter Pammy is strained. When Harriet is diagnosed with a serious illness, she and Sarah learn a lesson about love and friendship.
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Gena Rowlands
Mrs. Harriet Cahill
Linda Lavin
Sarah "Coop" Cooper
Richard Farnsworth
Will Harper
Gwen Verdon
Edith Cooper
Ja'net DuBois
Katie Pegues
Burke Moses
David McCord
Karen Austin
Violet Evans
Dakin Matthews
Mr. Burnham
Robby Preddy
Deborah Hobart
Jewel
Linda Pierce
Fran Taylor
Marion Guyot
Lee Freeman
Joanne Pankow
Will's Nurse
Walter Hand
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 18, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Switzer
- Screenplay & Story
- Shelby Hearon, Cynthia Whitcomb
- Original Score
- Allyn Ferguson
- Original Title
- Best Friends for Life
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Daniel L. Paulson Productions, Hallmark Entertainment, Signboard Hill Productions, Susan Rose Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Switzer
Shelby Hearon, Cynthia Whitcomb
Allyn Ferguson
Mark W. Rosenbaum
Dan Paulson, Susan Rose
Department Leadership Roster
Mark W. Rosenbaum
Editor
Helen P. Butler
Costume Design
Michael Switzer
Director
Dan Paulson
Producer
David Ensley
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Best Friends for Life
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What is Best Friends for Life about?
Sarah and Harriet have been best friends since childhood. They married at the same time, had children within the same year and now find themselves facing uncertain futures after the sudden deaths of their husbands. Though they have much in common, Sarah is a relaxed nature lover, while Harriet is intense and set in her ways. Sarah has been able to move on with her life with the help of her mother, her maid Katie and Will, the new man in her life. Harriet is unable to cope with her loss and her relationship with her daughter Pammy is strained. When Harriet is diagnosed with a serious illness, she and Sarah learn a lesson about love and friendship.
Who directed Best Friends for Life?
Best Friends for Life was directed by Michael Switzer.
Who stars in Best Friends for Life?
The principal cast of Best Friends for Life includes Gena Rowlands, Linda Lavin, Richard Farnsworth, Gwen Verdon, Ja'net DuBois.
When was Best Friends for Life released and how long is it?
Best Friends for Life was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Best Friends for Life?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Best Friends for Life was composed by Allyn Ferguson.
Is Best Friends for Life based on a book or true story?
Best Friends for Life is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Shelby Hearon".