Howard Spitz is a cranky, has-been detective novelist out of money and out of luck - until he meets eight-year-old Samantha, who convinces him he has what it takes to write children's books.
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Title: The Real Howard Spitz (1998)
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Cast
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| Kelsey Grammer | ... | Howard Spitz | |
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Genevieve Tessier | ... | Samantha Kershaw |
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Joseph Rutten | ... | Lou |
| Amanda Donohoe | ... | Laura Kershaw | |
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Kay Tremblay | ... | Theodora Winkle |
| Patrick McKenna | ... | Roger | |
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Lex Gigeroff | ... | Ronnie Relish |
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Gary Levert | ... | Red Allen |
| Jeffrey Hirschfield | ... | Lawrence - Primrose Rep (as Jeff Hirschfield) | |
| Denny Doherty | ... | Balthazar Mishkin | |
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Joanne Hagen | ... | Waitress |
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Edward Gregson | ... | Aaron |
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Ciel Crosby | ... | Librarian (as Cathy Lee Crosby) |
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John Loverin | ... | Bartender - Cop Bar |
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John Fulton | ... | Ted the Cop |
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Howard Spitz is a cranky, has-been detective novelist out of money and out of luck - until he meets eight-year-old Samantha, who convinces him he has what it takes to write children's books.
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ComedyMotion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated PG for language and mild thematic elements | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Language:
EnglishRelease Date:
28 August 1998 (UK) See more »Also Known As:
Writer's Block See more »Company Credits
Production Co:
Metrodome Films,Nova Scotia Film Development Corporation,The Mob Film Company See more »
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Sound Mix:
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1.85 : 1
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After UK distributor Metrodome decided to release the film directly to video, director Vadim Jean took the unusual step of personally financing several prints himself for cinematic release. See more »Frequently Asked Questions
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I first watched this movie on an airplane that was flying to London. That's when I fell in love with this movie. Then a few months later, when I had the chance, I rented it on video. I fell even more in love with it. It's a feel good movie, it's funny, and you don't feel as if you've just watch some Olsen twin movie or something. Genevive Tessier, who plays Sam, is the most darling little girl I've ever seen. Kelsey Grammer plays one of his best roles yet. If you don't see any other movie, see this one. It'll have you laughing out loud and it'll make you feel good too. Take my word for it.