A Father for Charlie (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1995, A Father for Charlie is a drama and tv movie film directed by Jeff Bleckner, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in the heart of America in the 1930s. Walter Osgood (Louis Gosset Jr) is the only black man left in the town of High Lonesome that has been cleared by the overwhelming white supremacist beliefs. Having lost his entire family to them and not knowing where his young Son is or whether he is alive is what sets this movie apart from others
Who’s in it. A Father for Charlie stars Louis Gossett Jr. as Walter Osgood, Joseph Mazzello as Charlie, James Greene as Sam - the banker and Don Swayze as Reuben Cantwell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, A Father for Charlie has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Father for Charlie page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Father for Charlie tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Father for Charlie (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Father for Charlie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Father for Charlie worth watching?
- A Father for Charlie holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Father for Charlie?
- A Father for Charlie stars Louis Gossett Jr., Joseph Mazzello, James Greene, Don Swayze and David Hart.
- When was A Father for Charlie released?
- A Father for Charlie was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.