Overview

The story of hard-luck Melvin Dummar, who claimed to have received a will naming him an heir to the fortune of Howard Hughes. Inspired by real events.

Cast

Paul Le Mat, Mary Steenburgen, Jason Robards, Elizabeth Cheshire, Chip Taylor, Melvin E. Dummar, Michael J. Pollard, Denise Galik

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What is "Melvin and Howard" about?

The story of hard-luck Melvin Dummar, who claimed to have received a will naming him an heir to the fortune of Howard Hughes. Inspired by real events.

When was "Melvin and Howard" released?

Melvin and Howard was released in 1980.

Who stars in "Melvin and Howard"?

The cast includes Paul Le Mat, Mary Steenburgen, Jason Robards, Elizabeth Cheshire.

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