The In-Laws(1979)
“The FIRST Certified Crazy Person's Comedy.”
Overview
In preparation for his daughter's wedding, dentist Sheldon Kornpett meets Vince Ricardo, the groom's father. Vince, a manic fellow who claims to be a government agent, then proceeds to drag Sheldon into a series of chases and misadventures from New York to Central America.
Director
Arthur Hiller
Studio
Warner Bros. Pictures
Budget
$9M
Revenue
$38M
Cast
Peter Falk
as Vincent J. Ricardo
Alan Arkin
as Sheldon S. Kompett D.D.S.
Richard Libertini
as General Garcia
Nancy Dussault
as Carol Kornpett
Penny Peyser
as Barbara Kornpett
Arlene Golonka
as Jean Ricardo
Michael Lembeck
as Tommy Ricardo
Paul L. Smith
as Mo
Ed Begley Jr.
as Barry Lutz
James Hong
as Bing Wong
David Paymer
as Cabbie
Rosanna DeSoto
as Evita
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1979
Runtime
1h 43m
Language
English
Rating
6.7 / 10
Budget
$9M
Box Office
$38M
Production Companies
Warner Bros. Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The In-Laws?▼
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What is The In-Laws about?▼
In preparation for his daughter's wedding, dentist Sheldon Kornpett meets Vince Ricardo, the groom's father. Vince, a manic fellow who claims to be a government agent, then proceeds to drag Sheldon into a series of chases and misadventures from New York to Central America.
Who directed The In-Laws?▼
The In-Laws was directed by Arthur Hiller and released in 1979. It is a action, adventure, comedy, mystery, crime film.
How long is The In-Laws?▼
The In-Laws has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).
Who stars in The In-Laws?▼
The cast of The In-Laws includes Peter Falk as Vincent J. Ricardo, Alan Arkin as Sheldon S. Kompett D.D.S., Richard Libertini as General Garcia, Nancy Dussault as Carol Kornpett, Penny Peyser as Barbara Kornpett and more.
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