Melvin and Howard (1980)
Melvin and Howard is a 1980 comedy movie directed by Jonathan Demme, with a running time of 1h 35m. It stars Paul Le Mat, Mary Steenburgen and Jason Robards.
The story of hard-luck Melvin Dummar, who claimed to have received a will naming him an heir to the fortune of Howard Hughes. Inspired by real events.
Quick answers
What is Melvin and Howard about?
The story of hard-luck Melvin Dummar, who claimed to have received a will naming him an heir to the fortune of Howard Hughes. Inspired by real events.
When was Melvin and Howard released?
Melvin and Howard was released on 19 September 1980.
How long is Melvin and Howard?
Melvin and Howard runs 1h 35m.
Who made Melvin and Howard?
Melvin and Howard was directed by Jonathan Demme.
Cast
- Paul Le Mat as Melvin Dummar
- Mary Steenburgen as Lynda Dummar
- Jason Robards as Howard Hughes
- Elizabeth Cheshire as Darcy Dummar
- Chip Taylor as Clark Taylor
- Melvin E. Dummar as Bus Depot Counterman
- Michael J. Pollard as Little Red
- Denise Galik as Lucy
- Gene Borkan as Go-Go Club Owner #1
- Lesley Margret Burton as Go-Go Dancer
- Wendy Lee Couch as Go-Go Dancer
- Marguerite Baierski as Go-Go Dancer