Father Hood
“He's America's Most Wanted...Dad!”
Synopsis
Deadbeat dad kidnaps his kids from the bus to an abusive foster home and they go on a run. The cops are after them, they bicker constantly and his idea of a way out is grim, yet this dangerous ride might just turn them into a family.
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Father Hood (1993) Trailer (VHS Capture)
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-05-15
Top Cast
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Patrick Swayze
Jack Charles
Halle Berry
Kathleen Mercer
Sabrina Lloyd
Kelly Charles
Brian Bonsall
Eddie Charles
Michael Ironside
Jerry
Diane Ladd
Rita
Adrienne Barbeau
Celeste
Vanessa Marquez
Delores
Josh Lucas
Andy
Bob Gunton
Lazzaro
Georgann Johnson
Judge
Scott H. Eddo
Detective #1
William Bumiller
Travis
Martha Velez
Mrs. Carter
Kane Hodder
Bus Driver (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 27, 1993
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$3.4M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Darrell James Roodt
- Screenplay & Story
- Scott Spencer
- Original Score
- Patrick O'Hearn
- Original Title
- Father Hood
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Worldwide Gross
- $3.4M
- Production Studios
- Hollywood Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Darrell James Roodt
Scott Spencer
Patrick O'Hearn
Mark Vicente
David Heitner
Nicholas Pileggi
Department Leadership Roster
Darrell James Roodt
Director
Scott Spencer
Writer
Charlie Picerni
Stunt Coordinator
Mark Vicente
Director of Photography
David Heitner
Editor
Patrick O'Hearn
Original Music Composer
Nicholas Pileggi
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
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 Father Hood
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Father Hood about?
Deadbeat dad kidnaps his kids from the bus to an abusive foster home and they go on a run. The cops are after them, they bicker constantly and his idea of a way out is grim, yet this dangerous ride might just turn them into a family.
Who directed Father Hood?
Father Hood was directed by Darrell James Roodt.
Who stars in Father Hood?
The principal cast of Father Hood includes Patrick Swayze, Halle Berry, Sabrina Lloyd, Brian Bonsall, Michael Ironside.
When was Father Hood released and how long is it?
Father Hood was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
How much did Father Hood make at the box office?
Father Hood grossed $3.4M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Father Hood?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Father Hood was composed by Patrick O'Hearn.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Father Hood?
Father Hood holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).