A Matter of Principle
1984, English. Directed by Gwen Arner.
A story of love, devotion, relationships and Christmas...
A miserable man who doesn't believe in the holidays must contend with his 11 children and wife celebrating the most wonderful time of the year.
- Runtime
- 0h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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A Matter of Principle is streaming on Fandor in India.
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Cast & crew
- Gwen ArnerDirector
- Alan ArkinFlagg Purdy
- Tony ArkinEdgar Purdy
- Gary ColeMan with Christmas Tree
- Aaron FreemanOtey Hartsook
- Cinnamon IdlesEleanor Purdy
- Corey KasdinBilly Joe Purdy
- Virginia MadsenLou Ellen Purdy
- Mary SamuelsOrville Wright Purdy
- Alexandra ShapiroBecky Sue Purdy
- Barbara DanaAda Purdy
- Danny CorkillCousin Laura's Boy
- Deanna DunaganMiss Keyes
Details
- Released
- 3 December 1984
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John D. Weaver
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A Matter of Principle runs 53 minutes (0h 53m).
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Which OTT platform is A Matter of Principle on?
A Matter of Principle is streaming on Fandor in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Matter of Principle?
If you liked A Matter of Principle, try Peace, Love & Misunderstanding, A California Christmas, You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger.
Who directed A Matter of Principle?
A Matter of Principle (1984) was directed by Gwen Arner and stars Alan Arkin, Tony Arkin, Gary Cole.