How far would an ordinary father go to spend more time with his children? Daniel Hillard (Robin Williams) is no ordinary father, so when he learns his ex-wife (Sally Field) needs a housekeeper, he applies for the job. With the perfect wig, a little makeup and a dress for all occasions, he becomes Mrs Doubtfire, a devoted British housekeeper, who is hired on the spot. Free to be the 'woman' he never knew he could be, the disguised Daniel creates a whole new life with his entire family.
Directed by
Chris Columbus
Written by
Anne Fine (novel "Alias Madame Doubtfire"); Randi Mayem Singer (screenplay); Leslie Dixon (screenplay).
Starring
Robin Williams (Daniel Hillard / Mrs. Euphegenia Doubtfire); Sally Field (Miranda Hillard); Pierce Brosnan (Stuart 'Stu' Dunmeyer); Harvey Fierstein (Uncle Frank Hillard); Polly Holliday (Gloria Chaney); Lisa Jakub (Lydia 'Lydie' Hillard); Matthew Lawrence (Christopher 'Chris' Hillard); Mara Wilson (Natalie 'Nattie' Hillard); Robert Prosky (Jonathan Lundy); Anne Haney (Mrs. Sellner - the Social Worker); Scott Capurro (Aunt Jack Hillard); Sydney Walker (Bus Driver); Martin Mull (Justin Gregory); Terence McGovern (A.D.R. Director Lou); Karen Kahn (Employee). Please contact SFC to add other cast members and characters.
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