7.0Is The Father Clements Story worth watching?
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GreatGoodWatch scoreYes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80 (IMDb 7).
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GreatGoodWatch scoreSummary
In this provocative made-for-television drama, an African American Chicago priest takes on the Catholic church during his fight to adopt a troubled teen and save him from life on the streets.
Good for
- Family movie night
- Friends night
- Party vibe
Where to watch
Not streaming in any country yet.
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Not for scares or laughs.
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- Directed by
- Edwin Sherin
- Written by
- Ted Tally, Arthur Heinemann
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Facts
December 13, 1987 · 1 h 38 min · Drama, TV Movie
- Released
- December 13, 1987
- Runtime
- 1 h 38 min
- Genres
- Drama, TV Movie
- Original language
- English
- Made in
- United States
- Available in
- 2 countries
Q&A
3 questions, like "Is The Father Clements Story worth watching?"
Questions about The Father Clements Story
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Father Clements Story okay for kids?
Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.
Is The Father Clements Story plot-driven or character-driven?
CharactersPlot
Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.