Too Much Sun
Synopsis
A multimillionaire, whose son is gay and daughter a lesbian, leaves a will with one clause: His children will inherit his money only if at least one of them produces him a grandchild within a year of his death.
Top Cast
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Robert Downey Jr.
Reed Richmond
Laura Ernst
Susan
Jim Haynie
Father Kelly
Eric Idle
Sonny
Ralph Macchio
Frank, Jr.
Andrea Martin
Bitsy
Leo Rossi
George
Howard Duff
O.M.
Jennifer Rubin
Gracia
Lara Harris
Sister Ursula
James Hong
Frank, Sr.
Allan Arbus
Vincent
John Idle
Yacht Captain
Scotty Atkins
Scotty
Marin Kanter
Tiny Nun
Jon Korkes
Fuzby Robinson
Christopher Mankiewicz
Mailman
Carla Sherman
Waitress
Release History & Theatrical Window
Mill Valley Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
January 25, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Downey Sr.
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Downey Sr., Laura Ernst, Al Schwartz
- Original Score
- David Robbins
- Original Title
- Too Much Sun
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- CineTel Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Downey Sr.
Robert Downey Sr., Laura Ernst, Al Schwartz
David Robbins
Robert D. Yeoman
Joe D'Augustine
Lisa M. Hansen, Seymour Morgenstern, Paul Hertzberg
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Downey Sr.
Director
Robert Downey Sr.
Writer
Laura Ernst
Writer
Al Schwartz
Writer
Lisa M. Hansen
Producer
Robert D. Yeoman
Director of Photography
David Robbins
Original Music Composer
Joe D'Augustine
Editor
Spiro Razatos
Stunt Coordinator
Shawn Hausman
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
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 Too Much Sun
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Too Much Sun about?
A multimillionaire, whose son is gay and daughter a lesbian, leaves a will with one clause: His children will inherit his money only if at least one of them produces him a grandchild within a year of his death.
Who directed Too Much Sun?
Too Much Sun was directed by Robert Downey Sr..
Who stars in Too Much Sun?
The principal cast of Too Much Sun includes Robert Downey Jr., Laura Ernst, Jim Haynie, Eric Idle, Ralph Macchio.
When was Too Much Sun released and how long is it?
Too Much Sun was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Too Much Sun?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Too Much Sun was composed by David Robbins.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Too Much Sun?
Too Much Sun holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).