The Dining Room (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film
Released in 1984, The Dining Room is a comedy film directed by Allan A. Goldstein, running about 88 minutes. “A comedy of manners” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Six actors play over 50 characters across 18 scenes from different families that overlap and intertwine in a single dining room. Set in a typical well-to-do household, the mosaic of interrelated scenes - some funny, some touching, some rueful - create an in-depth portrait of a vanishing species: the upper-middle-class WASP.
Who’s in it. The Dining Room stars William H. Macy as Various, John Shea as Various, Remak Ramsay as Various and Jeanne Ruskin as Various, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dining Room page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dining Room tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dining Room (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dining Room change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Dining Room?
- The Dining Room stars William H. Macy, John Shea, Remak Ramsay, Jeanne Ruskin and Frances Sternhagen.
- When was The Dining Room released?
- The Dining Room was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.