The Californians
2005, English. Directed by Jonathan Parker.
All is fair in love and real estate.
When real estate mogul Gavin Ransom announces his plan to cover California's northern coast with scores of mini-mansions, his environmentalist sister, Olive, launches a protest to stop him. But there's trouble ahead when Gavin begins falling for the pretty folk singer who's helping Olive's cause.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Jonathan ParkerDirector
- Noah WyleGavin Ransom
- Illeana DouglasOlive Ransom
- Kate MaraZoe Tripp
- Cloris LeachmanEileen Boatwright
- Joanne WhalleyLuna
- Keith CarradineElton Tripp
- Valerie PerrineLenora Tripp
- Jane LynchSybill Platt
- Michael PanesMarion Pardon
- Erika LuckettMary Ann
- Will MarchettiMayor
- Charles MartinetCity Councilman
Details
- Released
- 21 October 2005
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jonathan Parker, Catherine DiNapoli
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How long is The Californians?
The Californians runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
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The Californians parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Californians is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Californians on?
The Californians isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Californians?
If you liked The Californians, try My Own Love Song, Chloe and Theo, Don't Think Twice.
Who directed The Californians?
The Californians (2005) was directed by Jonathan Parker and stars Noah Wyle, Illeana Douglas, Kate Mara.