Your parents are celebrating 50 years. You just realized you hate your spouse. Awkward.
With his parents about to celebrate their wedding anniversary, a middle-aged husband agrees to renew his vows to his longtime wife. But as they assess their relationship, the couple discovers that their marriage no longer has any meaning. A televised production of Robert Anderson's thoughtful play, this fascinating drama deftly examines the institution of marriage and the nature of love.
Acting
Crenna and Clark deliver masterclass in barely suppressed marital rage.
Writing
Anderson's play cuts deep on commitment as social performance.
Director
Paul Bogart
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was a 'Hallmark Hall of Fame' TV production, proving even greeting card companies used to fund devastating art.
Robert Anderson also wrote 'I Never Sang for My Father' — dude had a whole career weaponizing father-son and marital dysfunction for PBS viewers.
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