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The In-Laws

1979, Movie, PG, 103 mins

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A likable, very loony comedy starring CIA agent Falk and dentist Arkin as future father-in-laws who wind up running around in South America for the CIA on the eve of their children's wedding. Falk drags the unsuspecting Arkin on a ridiculous trail of mayhem that leads to a banana republic ruled by a crazed dictator (hilariously played by Libertini) who talks to his hand (and the hand talks back). The comedy is strictly from the hit-or-miss school, but director Hiller keeps t... read more leave a comment
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When prospective fathers-in-law Steve Tobias (Michael Douglas) and Jerry Peyser (Albert Brooks) meet for the first time to celebrate their children's upcoming marriage, the cake hits the fan. Dr. Jerome Peyser is a mild-mannered podiatrist with a well-organized daily routine designed to eliminate all possible sources of stress. In his functional (if unfashionable) fanny pack he keeps a sanitary drinking cup in case he needs a sip of water away from home, a couple of Lorna Doones in case his blood sugar slumps a few points between meals, and a personal security alarm - just in case. Meanwhile, daredevil CIA operative Steve Tobias moves through life like a heat-seeking missile. His average day consists of dodging bullets, stealing private jets and negotiating with international arms smugglers. Steve's unpredictable lifestyle has already driven ex-wife Judy (Candice Bergen) to an ashram for some peace and has strained his relationship with son Mark (Ryan Reynolds) - possibly beyond repair
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Daredevil secret agent and irreverent father of the groom Steve Tobias (Michael Douglas) gives conservative podiatrist and father of the bride Jerry Peyser (Albert Brooks) a bad case of pre-nuptial jitters when they finally meet during the celebrations leading up to the wedding of their children.
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The In-Laws movie trailer - starring Albert Brooks, Candice Bergen, Maria Ricossa, Michael Douglas, Robin Tunney, Ryan Reynolds. Directed by Andrew Fleming. Genre: Comedy Rating: PG-13
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Year: 1979
Rated PG

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Cast
Peter Falk: Vince Ricardo
Alan Arkin: Sheldon Kornpett
Richard Libertini: Gen. Garcia
Nancy Dussault: Carol Kornpett
Penny Peyser: Barbara Kornpett
Arlene Golonka: Jean Ricardo

 

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