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The Real Howard Spitz

The Real Howard Spitz

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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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Real Howard Spitz
  • Genres: Comedy, Family
  • Release Date: 1998-08-28
  • Runtime: 102 minutes
  • Rating: 4.5/10 (2 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Nova Scotia Film Development Corporation, Metrodome Films, The Mob Film Company
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.7567
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Kelsey Grammer

Kelsey Grammer

as Howard Spitz

Amanda Donohoe

Amanda Donohoe

as Laura Kershaw

Genevieve Tessier

Genevieve Tessier

as Samantha Kershaw

Joseph Rutten

Joseph Rutten

as Lou

Kay Tremblay

Kay Tremblay

as Theodora Winkle

Patrick McKenna

Patrick McKenna

as Roger

Lex Gigeroff

Lex Gigeroff

as Ronnie Relish

Gary Levert

Gary Levert

as Red Allen

Jeffrey Hirschfield

Jeffrey Hirschfield

as Lawrence - Primrose Rep

Denny Doherty

Denny Doherty

as Balthazar Mishkin

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

detectivechildren's book

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Real Howard Spitz?

The Real Howard Spitz is a Comedy, Family movie directed by . It was released on 1998-08-28.

Who are the main actors in The Real Howard Spitz?

The main cast includes Kelsey Grammer, Amanda Donohoe, Genevieve Tessier, Joseph Rutten, Kay Tremblay, .

Where can I watch The Real Howard Spitz online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Real Howard Spitz is available.

Is The Real Howard Spitz based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Real Howard Spitz?

The Real Howard Spitz has an IMDb rating of 4.5/10 based on 2 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Real Howard Spitz?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Real Howard Spitz?

The soundtrack was composed by Nova Scotia Film Development Corporation, Metrodome Films, The Mob Film Company. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Real Howard Spitz filmed?

The Real Howard Spitz was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Real Howard Spitz?

The total runtime of The Real Howard Spitz is 102 minutes.

Is The Real Howard Spitz suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Real Howard Spitz?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Real Howard Spitz.

Does The Real Howard Spitz have a post-credit scene?

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