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The Substitute Wife

The Substitute Wife

A family in need... A strong woman... She was the perfect solution.

In Nebraska, in pioneer days, a woman who knows she is going to die asks a prostitute to replace her with her husband and four children in order to make it possible for them to keep their family farm.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Substitute Wife
  • Genres: Drama, Romance, Western, TV Movie
  • Release Date: 1994-05-23
  • Runtime: 92 minutes
  • Rating: 6.3/10 (11 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: NBC, Frederick S. Pierce Company, Patchett Kaufman Entertainment
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.2291
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Farrah Fawcett

Farrah Fawcett

as Pearl

Lea Thompson

Lea Thompson

as Amy Hightower

Peter Weller

Peter Weller

as Martin Hightower

Gail Cronauer

Gail Cronauer

as Isabel Donahue

Karis Paige Bryant

Karis Paige Bryant

as Jessica

Babs George

Babs George

as Mrs. Parker

Cory Lloyd

Cory Lloyd

as Nathan

Colton Conklin

Colton Conklin

as Jack

Annie Suite

Annie Suite

as Mrs. Van Der Meer

Gena Sleete

Gena Sleete

as Hattie Donahue

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

bigamyprostitutionpioneerpolyamory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Substitute Wife?

The Substitute Wife is a Drama, Romance, Western, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1994-05-23.

Who are the main actors in The Substitute Wife?

The main cast includes Farrah Fawcett, Lea Thompson, Peter Weller, Gail Cronauer, Karis Paige Bryant, .

Where can I watch The Substitute Wife online?

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

Is The Substitute Wife based on a true story?

A family in need... A strong woman... She was the perfect solution.

What is the IMDb rating of The Substitute Wife?

The Substitute Wife has an IMDb rating of 6.3/10 based on 11 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Substitute Wife?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for The Substitute Wife?

The soundtrack was composed by NBC, Frederick S. Pierce Company, Patchett Kaufman Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Substitute Wife filmed?

The Substitute Wife was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Substitute Wife?

The total runtime of The Substitute Wife is 92 minutes.

Is The Substitute Wife suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Substitute Wife?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Substitute Wife.

Does The Substitute Wife have a post-credit scene?

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