Melvin and Howard
1980, English. Directed by Jonathan Demme.
Poor Melvin. All he wanted was to be Milkman of the Month. Instead, he lost his job, his truck, and his wife. Then Howard Hughes left him $156,000,000.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 80 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Melvin and Howard
Melvin and Howard isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 19 September 1980.
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Cast & crew
- Jonathan DemmeDirector
- Paul Le MatMelvin Dummar
- Mary SteenburgenLynda Dummar
- Jason RobardsHoward Hughes
- Elizabeth CheshireDarcy Dummar
- Chip TaylorClark Taylor
- Melvin E. DummarBus Depot Counterman
- Michael J. PollardLittle Red
- Denise GalikLucy
- Gene BorkanGo-Go Club Owner #1
- Lesley Margret BurtonGo-Go Dancer
- Wendy Lee CouchGo-Go Dancer
- Marguerite BaierskiGo-Go Dancer
Details
- Released
- 19 September 1980
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Bo Goldman
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Melvin and Howard: quick answers
Is Melvin and Howard worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 80 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Melvin and Howard?
Melvin and Howard runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does Melvin and Howard have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Melvin and Howard. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Melvin and Howard parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Melvin and Howard is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Melvin and Howard on?
Melvin and Howard isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 19 September 1980. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Melvin and Howard?
If you liked Melvin and Howard, try Ezra, American Graffiti, Hero.
Who directed Melvin and Howard?
Melvin and Howard (1980) was directed by Jonathan Demme and stars Paul Le Mat, Mary Steenburgen, Jason Robards.