My Father, My Son
“A true story of love and courage.”
Synopsis
When an Admiral orders the use of Agent Orange in Vietnam, he has no idea the deadly consequences of his actions for his son.
Top Cast
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Keith Carradine
Lt. Elmo Zumwalt III
Karl Malden
Elmo Zumwalt Jr.
Margaret Klenck
Kathy
Michael Horton
Geoff
Dirk Blocker
Billy
Mack Dryden
Whiting
Tim Choate
Harvey
Jenny Lewis
Maya
Billy L. Sullivan
Russell
Grace Zabriskie
Mouza
Larry Larson
Jim
Marilyn Martin
Mouzetta
Sandra Will
Ann
Libby Whittemore
Sandi
John Ziomek
Young Elmo Zumwalt Jr.
Etan Boritzer
Ken
Kathy Cadin
Alice
Dan Albright
Dr. Mike
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 21, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jeff Bleckner
- Screenplay & Story
- Jacqueline Feather, David Seidler
- Original Score
- Laurence Rosenthal
- Original Title
- My Father, My Son
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Fred Weintraub Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jeff Bleckner
Jacqueline Feather, David Seidler
Laurence Rosenthal
Cliff Ralke
Joe Ann Fogle
John J. McMahon, Fred Weintraub
Department Leadership Roster
Laurence Rosenthal
Original Music Composer
Cliff Ralke
Director of Photography
Francesca Bartoccini
Production Design
Durinda Wood
Costume Design
Jeff Bleckner
Director
Jacqueline Feather
Writer
David Seidler
Writer
Fred Weintraub
Producer
Joe Ann Fogle
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About My Father, My Son
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is My Father, My Son about?
When an Admiral orders the use of Agent Orange in Vietnam, he has no idea the deadly consequences of his actions for his son.
Who directed My Father, My Son?
My Father, My Son was directed by Jeff Bleckner.
Who stars in My Father, My Son?
The principal cast of My Father, My Son includes Keith Carradine, Karl Malden, Margaret Klenck, Michael Horton, Dirk Blocker.
When was My Father, My Son released and how long is it?
My Father, My Son was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for My Father, My Son?
The original motion picture soundtrack for My Father, My Son was composed by Laurence Rosenthal.