I Never Sang for My Father
1970, English. Directed by Gilbert Cates.
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A man living in the towering shadow of his aging father finds it difficult to start a new chapter in his life by marrying his girlfriend and moving to California.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch I Never Sang for My Father
I Never Sang for My Father isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Gilbert CatesDirector
- Gene HackmanGene Garrison
- Melvyn DouglasTom Garrison
- Dorothy StickneyMargaret Garrison
- Estelle ParsonsAlice
- Elizabeth HubbardDr. Margaret 'Peggy' Thayer
- Lovelady PowellNorma
- Daniel KeyesDr. Mayberry
- Conrad BainRev. Sam Pell
- Jon RichardsMarvin Scott
- Nikki CounselmanWaitress
- Carol Peterson1st Nurse
- Sloane Shelton2nd Nurse
Details
- Released
- 18 October 1970
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Anderson
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I Never Sang for My Father is adapted from a play or musical.
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I Never Sang for My Father: quick answers
Is I Never Sang for My Father worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is I Never Sang for My Father?
I Never Sang for My Father runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does I Never Sang for My Father have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for I Never Sang for My Father. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
I Never Sang for My Father parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
I Never Sang for My Father is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is I Never Sang for My Father on?
I Never Sang for My Father isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like I Never Sang for My Father?
If you liked I Never Sang for My Father, try Daddy Longlegs, Fences, Tigertail.
Who directed I Never Sang for My Father?
I Never Sang for My Father (1970) was directed by Gilbert Cates and stars Gene Hackman, Melvyn Douglas, Dorothy Stickney.
What is I Never Sang for My Father based on?
I Never Sang for My Father is adapted from a play or musical.