The Father
- Drama
A man refuses all assistance from his daughter as he ages and, as he tries to make sense of his changing circumstances, he begins to doubt his loved ones, his own mind and even the fabric of his reality.
The Father is a 2020 drama film that follows an aging man's struggle with independence as his mental state deteriorates, forcing him to question reality and those closest to him. Released on December 23, 2020, the film offers a disorienting look at cognitive decline through its protagonist's unreliable perspective. Critics and audiences praised its unflinching portrayal of dementia and its innovative narrative approach.
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Streaming availability in United States
United StatesNot available on any tracked streaming service in United States right now.
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Available to stream in Denmark Spain Finland India+7 more— but not in United States.
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In cinemas
Theatrical release in United States
Limited theatrical in United States · Rated PG-13
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Anthony HopkinsAnthony
Olivia ColmanAnne
Mark GatissThe Man
Olivia WilliamsThe Woman
Imogen PootsLaura
Rufus SewellPaul
Ayesha DharkerDr. Sarai- Roman ZellerBoy
Trailer
Official Australian Trailer
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When was The Father released?
The Father was released on December 23, 2020.
What is The Father about?
The film follows an aging man who resists help from his daughter while experiencing confusion about his reality, loved ones, and own mind as he ages. It presents his declining mental state through a fragmented, disorienting narrative.
Is The Father still in theaters?
The Father was released in December 2020 and is no longer in theatrical release; it is available on various streaming and on-demand platforms.
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