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19851h 44m5.1(9)

Marvin & Tige

Sometimes it takes a friend to make the pieces fit

Drama
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1985-03-08
1h 44m
English
Released
Marvin Film Partners

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Marvin, a heavy-drinking widower meets Tige, an 11-year-old orphan. With nowhere else to go, Tige moves in with Marvin and they develop a close friendship. Marvin wants to adopt Tige but knows that he is too poor to give him a good home. Then he discovers who Tige's father is a rich suburbanite who doesn't even know Tige exists. Should Marvin, and can he, give up the boy he loves, and who loves him, in favor of a stranger with the right genes and bank balance?

#suicide#class#adoption#homelessness#alcoholism#racism

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About Marvin & Tige

Sometimes it takes a friend to make the pieces fit

Marvin, a heavy-drinking widower meets Tige, an 11-year-old orphan. With nowhere else to go, Tige moves in with Marvin and they develop a close friendship. Marvin wants to adopt Tige but knows that he is too poor to give him a good home. Then he discovers who Tige's father is a rich suburbanite who doesn't even know Tige exists. Should Marvin, and can he, give up the boy he loves, and who loves him, in favor of a stranger with the right genes and bank balance? Running 104 minutes.

Marvin & Tige Cast and Characters

The cast features John Cassavetes (as Marvin), Billy Dee Williams (as Richard Davis), Gibran Brown (as Tige Jackson), Denise Nicholas (as Vanessa Jackson), and Fay Hauser (as Brenda Davis). Their performances are a major reason Marvin & Tige has built such a passionate audience.

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Marvin & Tige flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is Marvin & Tige?

Marvin & Tige runs for 104 minutes (about 1.7 hours).

Is Marvin & Tige good? What's the rating?

Marvin & Tige holds a 5.1/10 rating based on 9 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of Marvin & Tige?

The main cast includes John Cassavetes, Billy Dee Williams, Gibran Brown, and Denise Nicholas, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Marvin & Tige available in English?

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When was Marvin & Tige released?

Marvin & Tige was released in 1985.

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What is Marvin & Tige about?

Marvin & Tige is a Drama English-language film. Marvin, a heavy-drinking widower meets Tige, an 11-year-old orphan. With nowhere else to go, Tige moves in with Marvin and they develop a close friendship. Marvin wants to adopt Tige but knows that he is too poor to give him a good home. Then he discovers who Tige's father is a rich suburbanite who doesn't even know Tige exists. Should Marvin, and can he, give up the boy he loves, and who loves him, in favor of a stranger with the right genes and bank balance?

When was Marvin & Tige released?

Marvin & Tige was released on March 8, 1985. It has a runtime of 1h 44m. The film was produced by Marvin Film Partners.

Who stars in Marvin & Tige?

Marvin & Tige stars John Cassavetes, Billy Dee Williams, Gibran Brown and Denise Nicholas. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Marvin & Tige available in HD?

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