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Father Knows Best (2012)
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Father Knows Best (2012)

Genre
Comedy, Family
Release Date
TBA 2012
Studio
20th Century Fox
Genre
Comedy, Family
Release Date
TBA 2012
MPAA Rating
-
Duration
088 minute(s)
Production Budget
-
Studio
20th Century Fox
Official Site
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Director
Michael McCullers
Producer
Gary Foster
Screenwriter
Michael McCullers
Starring
  • Robert Young
  • Jane Wyatt
  • Elinor Donahue
  • Billy Gray
  • Lauren Chapin
  • Jim McMullan
  • Susan Adams
  • Hal England
  • Christopher Gardner
  • Kyle Richards

In this warm-hearted family comedy, the Anderson household is turned upside down when patriarch Jim Anderson, played by the iconic Robert Young, decides to retire from his long-held insurance job. His wife Margaret, portrayed by Jane Wyatt, and their now-adult children—Elinor Donahue, Billy Gray, and Lauren Chapin—are initially supportive, but soon discover that a man with decades of paternal wisdom and a suddenly empty schedule is a force to be reckoned with. Jim’s well-intentioned but often misguided attempts to re-engage with his family and “fix” their modern lives lead to a series of hilarious and heartfelt misadventures. As Jim navigates the unfamiliar territory of retirement and his family grapples with his relentless helpfulness, everyone must learn new ways to connect. Directed by Michael McCullers, this charming film blends gentle humor with genuine emotion, exploring the timeless theme of family dynamics with a nostalgic yet fresh perspective, proving that even when the world changes, the heart of a family remains.