Drop-Out Father (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1982, Drop-Out Father is a comedy, drama and tv movie film directed by Don Taylor, running about 100 minutes. “When they don't understand you at home or at work, stress strikes!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Successful advertising executive decides to get out of the rat race but the family rebels at the new lifestyle he outlines. He and his youngest daughter leave the suburbs for a Manhattan loft apartment while the rest of the brood -- wife and three kids -- re-evaluate the situation. For his engaging score, Peter Matz won an Emmy Award nomination.
Who’s in it. Drop-Out Father stars Dick Van Dyke as Ed McCall, Mariette Hartley as Katherine McCall, George Coe as Kannon Rush and William Daniels as Draper Wright, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Drop-Out Father has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Drop-Out Father page.
If you liked it. Fans of Drop-Out Father tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Drop-Out Father (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Drop-Out Father change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Drop-Out Father worth watching?
- Drop-Out Father holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Drop-Out Father?
- Drop-Out Father stars Dick Van Dyke, Mariette Hartley, George Coe, William Daniels and Monte Markham.
- When was Drop-Out Father released?
- Drop-Out Father was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.