Max Dugan Returns

In this 1983 comedy-drama, a struggling schoolteacher named Nora McPhee, played by Marsha Mason, finds her life turned upside down when her long-absent father, Max Dugan, unexpectedly reappears. Max, portrayed by Jason Robards, arrives with a suitcase full of money and a desire to make amends for his past. The film explores themes of family, forgiveness, and the complexities of relationships, all while maintaining a light-hearted tone. Directed by Herbert Ross, the movie also features a young Matthew Broderick in one of his early roles. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.