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A Vow to Cherish

1999Movie1 h 24 min

TV Movie
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Rotten Tomatoes–71%
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Rotten Tomatoes–71%

Summary

John and Ellen have a picture-perfect life: while John runs a successful business, Ellen works as a schoolteacher, and they've raised two beautiful children. But that picture is shattered when Ellen is diagnosed with a devastating disease.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Teens

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, scares or brutality.

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Cast

6 of 6

Crew

Directed by
John Schmidt

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Facts

January 1, 1999 · 1 h 24 min · TV Movie

Released
January 1, 1999
Runtime
1 h 24 min
Genres
TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
66 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream A Vow to Cherish?"

Questions about A Vow to Cherish

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is A Vow to Cherish worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65 (IMDb 6.6).

Is A Vow to Cherish okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is A Vow to Cherish plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (8 of 10) and character depth (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Can I half-watch A Vow to Cherish?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with philosophical at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.