The Phantom of the Open Hearth (1976)
This comedy/drama was written by Jean Shepherd, who appears at the beginning and the end and narrates it through voiceover. It tells the story of several events as they occur through the eyes of Ralph, a high-school-aged boy. Ralph is anticipating the upcoming prom and is working up the courage to invite Daphne Bigelow, a beautiful and popular student who does not seem aware of his existence.
Director: Fred Barzyk, David R. Loxton
Genre: Comedy, Family, Drama
Runtime: 76 min
Release Date: December 23, 1976
Cast
- David Elliott - Ralph Parker As A Boy
- Barbara Bolton - Mrs. Parker
- James Broderick - Mr. Parker
- David S. Howard - Zudock (as David Howard)
- William Lampley - Flick
- Jean Shepherd - Narrator / Ralph Parker (as a man)
- Michael Stein - Steelmill Worker
- Roberta Wallach - Wanda Hickey
Screenplay
- Jean Shepherd
- Jean Shepherd (Novel)
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Fred Barzyk, David R. Loxton
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Phantom of the Open Hearth about?
- This comedy/drama was written by Jean Shepherd, who appears at the beginning and the end and narrates it through voiceover. It tells the story of several events as they occur through the eyes of Ralph, a high-school-aged boy. Ralph is anticipating the upcoming prom and is working up the courage to invite Daphne Bigelow, a beautiful and popular student who does not seem aware of his existence.
- Who directed The Phantom of the Open Hearth?
- The Phantom of the Open Hearth was directed by Fred Barzyk, David R. Loxton.
- Who stars in The Phantom of the Open Hearth?
- The Phantom of the Open Hearth stars David Elliott, Barbara Bolton, James Broderick, David S. Howard, William Lampley, Jean Shepherd.
- How long is The Phantom of the Open Hearth?
- The Phantom of the Open Hearth has a runtime of 1h 16m (76 minutes).
- What genre is The Phantom of the Open Hearth?
- The Phantom of the Open Hearth is a Comedy, Family, Drama film.