S5·E13 Rocket to the Moon
- Episode
- Season 5, Episode 13
- Air Date
- May 5, 1986
- Runtime
- 118 minutes
- Director
- John Jacobs
- Writers
- Clifford Odets, Wesley Moore
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
In 1938 New York, a dentist finds his business failing and his marriage on the rocks. Turning 40, he's a henpecked husband with little drive left for success. That is, until he starts getting involved with his lively assistant, a free spirit with a penchant for tall tales and a hidden loneliness. Receiving encouragement from his own father-in-law, the two find comfort in each other's attention.
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When did Season 5 Episode 13 of American Playhouse air?
Season 5, Episode 13 ('Rocket to the Moon') originally aired on May 5, 1986.
How long is Season 5 Episode 13 ('Rocket to the Moon')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 118 minutes.
What happens in American Playhouse Season 5 Episode 13?
In 1938 New York, a dentist finds his business failing and his marriage on the rocks. Turning 40, he's a henpecked husband with little drive left for success. That is, until he starts getting involved with his lively assistant, a free spirit with a penchant for tall tales and a hidden loneliness. Re...
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