The Phantom of the Open Hearth
The Phantom of the Open Hearth

The Phantom of the Open Hearth

6.876 min
ComedyFamilyDrama

Overview

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.

Movie Info

Release Date: 12/23/1976

Runtime: 76 min

Writers: Jean Shepherd, Jean Shepherd

Top Cast

James Broderick

James Broderick

Mr. Parker

Jean Shepherd

Jean Shepherd

Narrator / Ralph Parker (as a man)

Michael Stein

Michael Stein

Steelmill Worker

Roberta Wallach

Roberta Wallach

Wanda Hickey

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