Checking Out
“Nine out of ten doctors say Ray is perfectly healthy. But what do they know?”
Synopsis
When his best friend dies of a heart attack, Ray Macklin becomes a man obsessed with his own mortality. Convinced that all his aches and pains are an indication of his imminent death, Ray's life turns into a slapstick farce of health-crazed anxiety and hypochondria.
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Original TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-05-24
Top Cast
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Jeff Daniels
Ray Macklin
Melanie Mayron
Jenny Macklin
Michael Tucker
Harry Lardner
Kathleen York
Diana
Ann Magnuson
Connie Hagen
Allan Havey
Pat Hagen
Jo Harvey Allen
Barbara
Ian Wolfe
Mr. D'Amato
Billy Beck
Father Carmody
Trudy Dochterman
Val
John Durbin
Spencer Gillinger
Adelle Lutz
Dr. Helmsley
Felton Perry
Dr. Duffin
Allan Rich
Dr. Haskell
Danton Stone
Dr. Wolfe
Stephen Tobolowsky
Pharmacist
Matthew Hurley
Joey Macklin
Courtney Brooke Sonne
Mo Macklin
Release History & Theatrical Window
MIFED
Festival / Special Debut
April 21, 1989
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Leland
- Screenplay & Story
- Joe Eszterhas
- Original Score
- Carter Burwell
- Original Title
- Checking Out
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Handmade Films, Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Leland
Joe Eszterhas
Carter Burwell
Ian Wilson
Lee Percy
Ben Myron, George Harrison, Denis O'Brien
Department Leadership Roster
David Leland
Director
Joe Eszterhas
Writer
Ben Myron
Producer
Ray Lykins
Stunt Coordinator
Adelle Lutz
Costume Design
Carter Burwell
Original Music Composer
Barbara Ling
Production Design
Lee Percy
Editor
Ian Wilson
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Checking Out
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What is Checking Out about?
When his best friend dies of a heart attack, Ray Macklin becomes a man obsessed with his own mortality. Convinced that all his aches and pains are an indication of his imminent death, Ray's life turns into a slapstick farce of health-crazed anxiety and hypochondria.
Who directed Checking Out?
Checking Out was directed by David Leland.
Who stars in Checking Out?
The principal cast of Checking Out includes Jeff Daniels, Melanie Mayron, Michael Tucker, Kathleen York, Ann Magnuson.
When was Checking Out released and how long is it?
Checking Out was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Checking Out?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Checking Out was composed by Carter Burwell.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Checking Out?
Checking Out holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).