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What is A Family Thing about?

Earl Pilcher Jr. runs an equipment rental outfit in Arkansas, lives with his wife and kids and parents, and rarely takes off his gimme cap. His mother dies, leaving a letter explaining he's not her natural son, but the son of a Black woman who died in childbirth; plus, he has a half brother Ray, in Chicago, she wants him to visit. Earl makes the trip, initially receiving a cold welcome from Ray and Ray's son, Virgil. His birth mother's sister, Aunt T., an aged and blind matriarch, takes Earl in tow and insists that the family open up to him.

When was A Family Thing released?

A Family Thing was released on 29 March 1996.

How long is A Family Thing?

A Family Thing runs 1h 49m.

Who made A Family Thing?

A Family Thing was directed by Richard Pearce.

Where can I watch A Family Thing?

A Family Thing is available on Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Tubi TV, YouTube Free, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.