The Perfect Mother (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1997, The Perfect Mother is a drama and tv movie film directed by Peter Levin, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. Since self-made immigrant Nico Podaras's death, widow Elenie runs his lucrative garage, with an illegal side business, generously using the profits to keep control of their three sons' lives. Simpleton Dan is happy to sire the crucial heir without hesitation to keep unruly, immature wife Charlene in line, but goes to far, so she absconds pregnant. Firstborn John gave up his dream, fishery, to work in the garage. When he marries Kathryn, she starts questioning and resisting Elenie's matriarchal manipulation, but bares her a grandson. The conflict escalates, leaving John torn between loyalties.
Who’s in it. The Perfect Mother stars Tyne Daly as Elanie Podaras, Ione Skye as Kathryn M. Podaras, Louis Ferreira as John Podaras and Tuesday Knight as Charlene Podaras.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Perfect Mother has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
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 The Perfect Mother page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Perfect Mother tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Perfect Mother (1997)?
- In GB, The Perfect Mother 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.
- Is The Perfect Mother worth watching?
- The Perfect Mother holds an audience score of 6.4 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 The Perfect Mother?
- The Perfect Mother stars Tyne Daly, Ione Skye, Louis Ferreira and Tuesday Knight.
- When was The Perfect Mother released?
- The Perfect Mother was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.