Throw Out the Anchor
Throw Out the Anchor
1974, English. Directed by John Hugh.
A comedy about an unemployed widower who heads to Florida with his children for a vacation on a houseboat. When he gets there there is no houseboat
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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- Released
- 1 January 1974
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Hugh
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How long is Throw Out the Anchor?
Throw Out the Anchor runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does Throw Out the Anchor have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is Throw Out the Anchor on?
Throw Out the Anchor isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Throw Out the Anchor?
If you liked Throw Out the Anchor, try American Dreamer, Gabriel Iglesias: I'm Sorry for What I Said When I Was Hungry, Held Up.
Who directed Throw Out the Anchor?
Throw Out the Anchor (1974) was directed by John Hugh and stars Richard Egan, Dina Merrill, Phil Lopp.