Daddy Can't Read (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1988, Daddy Can't Read is a drama and tv movie film directed by Gilbert Moses, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Teenage girl doesn't understand why her father is against her campaign to promote literacy at his factory. Until she discovers that her father can't read.
Who’s in it. Daddy Can't Read stars Edward Albert as Bill Watson, Cheryl Arutt as Alison Watson, Marcia Strassman as Mary Watson and Joey Travolta as Bobby, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Daddy Can't Read sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Daddy Can't Read page.
If you liked it. Fans of Daddy Can't Read tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Daddy Can't Read (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Daddy Can't Read change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Daddy Can't Read worth watching?
- Daddy Can't Read holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Daddy Can't Read?
- Daddy Can't Read stars Edward Albert, Cheryl Arutt, Marcia Strassman, Joey Travolta and Harold Pruett.
- When was Daddy Can't Read released?
- Daddy Can't Read was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.