Scattering Dad (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film
Released in 1998, Scattering Dad is a drama and tv movie film directed by Joan Tewkesbury, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. An agoraphobic woman who hasn't left her home in 20 years receives a visit from the spirit of her deceased husband who reminds her of a promise she made to scatter his ashes at his favorite vacation spot. With her daughters unavailable, she sets off to fulfill the promise herself.
Who’s in it. Scattering Dad stars Olympia Dukakis as Dotty, Lucinda Jenney as Molly, Michelle Burke as Taylor and August Schellenberg as Fierce Crow, among others.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Scattering Dad page.
If you liked it. Fans of Scattering Dad tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Scattering Dad (1998)?
- In GB, Scattering Dad is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Scattering Dad?
- Scattering Dad stars Olympia Dukakis, Lucinda Jenney, Michelle Burke, August Schellenberg and Andy Griffith.
- When was Scattering Dad released?
- Scattering Dad was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.