Melvin and Howard (1980)

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.

Genres: Comedy, Drama

What to watch after Melvin and Howard

• Parenthood (1989) — Jason Robards and Mary Steenburgen appear in both
• Married to the Mob (1988) — Jonathan Demme directed both
• Jerry and Marge Go Large (2022)
• The Electric Horseman (1979) — Same feel: whimsical, feel-good
• Mamma Mia! (2008)
• The Majestic (2001) — Same subject: california