Original Intent (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1992, Original Intent is a drama film directed by Robert Marcarelli, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Matthew Cameron (Jay Richardson) is a lawyer undergoing a midlife crisis despite having a seemingly perfect life with his wife, advertising executive Jessica (Candy Clark), and his young son. When he champions a homeless shelter facing eviction, his problems only deepen. Matthew faces pressure from Jessica, whose agency is representing the corporate honcho pushing the eviction, and Matthew is forced to question his values and loyalties.
Who’s in it. Original Intent stars Candy Clark as Jessica Cameron, John Henry Richardson as Matthew Cameron, Caroline Jones as Sally Lewis and Kurt Fuller as Alex Grabowsky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Original Intent has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Original Intent page.
If you liked it. Fans of Original Intent tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Original Intent (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Original Intent change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Original Intent worth watching?
- Original Intent holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Original Intent?
- Original Intent stars Candy Clark, John Henry Richardson, Caroline Jones, Kurt Fuller and Caitlyn Jenner.
- When was Original Intent released?
- Original Intent was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.