Checking Out (1988)
Checking Out is a 1988 comedy movie directed by David Leland, with a running time of 1h 36m. It stars Jeff Daniels, Melanie Mayron and Michael Tucker.
When his best friend dies of a heart attack, Ray Macklin becomes a man obsessed with his own mortality. Convinced that all his aches and pains are an indication of his imminent death, Ray's life turns into a slapstick farce of health-crazed anxiety and hypochondria.
Quick answers
What is Checking Out about?
When his best friend dies of a heart attack, Ray Macklin becomes a man obsessed with his own mortality. Convinced that all his aches and pains are an indication of his imminent death, Ray's life turns into a slapstick farce of health-crazed anxiety and hypochondria.
When was Checking Out released?
Checking Out was released on 26 October 1988.
How long is Checking Out?
Checking Out runs 1h 36m.
Who made Checking Out?
Checking Out was directed by David Leland.
Where can I watch Checking Out?
Checking Out is available on Criterion Channel.
Where to watch Checking Out
Stream: Criterion Channel
Cast
- Jeff Daniels as Ray Macklin
- Melanie Mayron as Jenny Macklin
- Michael Tucker as Harry Lardner
- Kathleen York as Diana
- Ann Magnuson as Connie Hagen
- Allan Havey as Pat Hagen
- Jo Harvey Allen as Barbara
- Ian Wolfe as Mr. D'Amato
- Billy Beck as Father Carmody
- Trudy Dochterman as Val
- John Durbin as Spencer Gillinger
- Adelle Lutz as Dr. Helmsley