The Accidental Tourist

Based On the book by Anne Tyler

The Accidental Tourist is a 1988 American romantic comedy-drama film directed and co-produced by Lawrence Kasdan from a screenplay by Frank Galati and Kasdan, based on the 1985 novel of the same name by Anne Tyler. The film stars William Hurt, Kathleen Turner, and Geena Davis. Its plot follows a travel writer who is struggling to cope with the sudden death of his son and the breakdown of his marriage. As he retreats into his solitary life, an eccentric dog trainer helps him rediscover love and his sense of purpose.

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Release date:

1988

Director:

Lawrence Kasdan

Cast:

William Hurt, Kathleen Turner, Geena Davis, Amy Wright, Bill Pullman

Genre:

Romance, Drama

Country:

United States

Language:

English

Year page:

1988 in adaptations