
Tim(1979)
“A Heartrending Story of Courage and Devotion”
Overview
Handsome but backward gardener Tim Melville has a new woman in his life. She is Mary, his widowed employer, a woman who had given up on love until she had found Tim. At first they are friends. But soon they become lovers, as Mary, drawn to Tim's innocence and magnetism, begins to teach him all about life - and love.
Director
Michael Pate
Budget
$600K
Revenue
$809K
Cast

Piper Laurie
as Mary Horton

Mel Gibson
as Tim Melville

Alwyn Kurts
as Ron Melville

Pat Evison
as Em Melville

Peter Gwynne
as Tom Ainsley

Deborah Kennedy
as Dawnie Melville
Michael Caulfield
as John Martinson
Allan Penney
as Mr. Thompson
Brenda Senders
as Mrs. Parker
Brian Barrie
as Dr. Perkins
David Foster
as Mick Harrington
Geoff Usher
as Minister
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1979
Runtime
1h 49m
Language
English
Rating
6.3 / 10
Budget
$600K
Box Office
$809K
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Tim?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Tim (1979).
What is Tim about?▼
Handsome but backward gardener Tim Melville has a new woman in his life. She is Mary, his widowed employer, a woman who had given up on love until she had found Tim. At first they are friends. But soon they become lovers, as Mary, drawn to Tim's innocence and magnetism, begins to teach him all about life - and love.
Who directed Tim?▼
Tim was directed by Michael Pate and released in 1979. It is a romance, drama film.
How long is Tim?▼
Tim has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).
Who stars in Tim?▼
The cast of Tim includes Piper Laurie as Mary Horton, Mel Gibson as Tim Melville, Alwyn Kurts as Ron Melville, Pat Evison as Em Melville, Peter Gwynne as Tom Ainsley and more.
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