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IMDb rating 7.2
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Critic Anna Smith
rated 8

...the world of this convivial drama is instantly inviting and utterly original, whether or not you believe a moment of it.

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Cast & Crew

Toa Fraser
Director
Sam Neill
As Dean Spanley
Peter O'Toole
As Fisk Senior
Bryan Brown
As Wrather
Art Malik
As Swami Nala Prash
Jeremy Northam
As Narrator - Fisk Junior
Judy Parfitt
As Mr. Brimley

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Dean Spanley is a quirky comedy-drama that explores the complex relationship between a father and son in Edwardian England. Henslowe Fisk Jr. is struggling to connect with his distant and difficult father, Horatio Fisk, when they encounter Dean Spanley, a charismatic clergyman with a penchant for a rare Hungarian wine. As the three men spend more time together, they embark on a surreal journey that blurs the lines between reality and fantasy. Through a series of hilarious and poignant moments, Henslowe discovers unexpected truths about his father's past and finds a newfound appreciation for their relationship. With a talented cast, including Peter O'Toole, Jeremy Northam, and Sam Neill, this film is a heartwarming tale of family, friendship, and the power of reincarnation.

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Dean Spanley was released in theaters on March 5, 2009.