---
title: "Dinner at Fred's"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/dinner-at-fred-s-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 225472
imdb_id: "tt0118986"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 93
community_rating: 5.2
vote_count: 9
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Dinner at Fred's (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/dinner-at-fred-s-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Dinner at Fred's is a film first released in 1997. Catalogued under Comedy. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Kanopy, Hoopla | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Shawn Thompson

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Gil Bellows** as *Richard*
- **Parker Posey** as *Celia*
- **Kevin McDonald** as *Fred*
- **Christopher Lloyd** as *Dad*
- **John Neville** as *Uncle Henrick*
- **Valerie Mahaffey** as *Susan*
- **Joseph Kell** as *Dennis*
- **Patricia Gage** as *Aunt Bonnie*
- **Aidan Devine** as *Officer Mike*
- **Leon Pownall** as *George Billings*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Dinner at Fred's online?
Dinner at Fred's is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Dinner at Fred's worth watching?
Dinner at Fred's holds a community rating of 5.2/10 based on 9 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Dinner at Fred's and when was it released?
Dinner at Fred's is a feature film with a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released in 1997. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Dinner at Fred's?
Dinner at Fred's was directed by Shawn Thompson.

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