The Ideal Husband
“The Ideal Husband...But does he really exist?”
Synopsis
An NFL player sidelined by a debilitating injury finds his marriage in jeopardy when his wife learns of a past discretion that causes her to question his character. Devin (Darrin Dewitt Henson) and Tracey (Shanti Lowry) are ecstatic over the impending birth of their first child as the injured athlete works hard to regain his strength and get back on the gridiron. Though money is tight, they're determined to stay positive, and give their child a happy home. But when a stranger wanders into Tracey's beauty salon with disturbing news about Devin's past, things quickly take a turn for the worst.
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The Ideal Husband - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-03-24
Top Cast
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Shanti Lowry
Tracey
Darrin Henson
Devin
Jackée Harry
Vivian Peterson
Erica Hubbard
Michelle
Ginuwine
Reggie
Clifton Powell
Daniel
Richard Gallion
Roger
Alonzo Ruffin
Charles
John 'B.J.' Bryant
Marvin
Melinda Bussie
Rachel
Todd Rasean Buckley
Sidney
Tashika Benson
Ms. Helen
Shirley Murdock
Shirley
Shaeleigh Person
Jasmine
Bridgetta Tomarchio
Paula
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 26, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$2M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Ruffin
- Screenplay & Story
- John Ruffin
- Original Title
- The Ideal Husband
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Budget
- $2M
- Production Studios
- Swirl Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Ruffin
John Ruffin
John Ferguson
John Ferguson, David Eubanks, Eric Tomosunas
Department Leadership Roster
John Ferguson
Producer
David Eubanks
Producer
Roni Burks
Costume Design
Eric Tomosunas
Producer
John Ruffin
Writer
John Ruffin
Director
John Ferguson
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ideal Husband
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What is The Ideal Husband about?
An NFL player sidelined by a debilitating injury finds his marriage in jeopardy when his wife learns of a past discretion that causes her to question his character. Devin (Darrin Dewitt Henson) and Tracey (Shanti Lowry) are ecstatic over the impending birth of their first child as the injured athlete works hard to regain his strength and get back on the gridiron. Though money is tight, they're determined to stay positive, and give their child a happy home. But when a stranger wanders into Tracey's beauty salon with disturbing news about Devin's past, things quickly take a turn for the worst.
Who directed The Ideal Husband?
The Ideal Husband was directed by John Ruffin.
Who stars in The Ideal Husband?
The principal cast of The Ideal Husband includes Shanti Lowry, Darrin Henson, Jackée Harry, Erica Hubbard, Ginuwine.
When was The Ideal Husband released and how long is it?
The Ideal Husband was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Ideal Husband?
The Ideal Husband holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).