Table for Five

Table for Five is a 1983 American theatrical dramatic film, starring Jon Voight and Richard Crenna. J.P. Tannen (Voight) is a former professional golfer residing in California, who is estranged from his three children, who live in New York with their mother Kathleen (Millie Perkins) and stepfather, attorney Mitchell (Crenna). Tannen had been emotionally separated from his children, and in an effort to re-enter their lives, decides to take them on... more

Table for Five is a 1983 American theatrical dramatic film, starring Jon Voight and Richard Crenna. J.P. Tannen (Voight) is a former professional golfer residing in California, who is estranged from his three children, who live in New York with their mother Kathleen (Millie Perkins) and stepfather, attorney Mitchell (Crenna). Tannen had been emotionally separated from his children, and in an effort to re-enter their lives, decides to take them on a Mediterranean cruise. Once arriving in New York, where they will board the ship, Tannen, who still has feelings for Kathleen, tries to convince her he's a changed man, although she's not convinced. The cruise begins without incident, although Tannen is often distracted by the prospect of picking up women on board, including French archaeologist Marie (Marie-Christine Barrault), often leaving the kids to fend for themselves for entertainment. Tannen soon finds himself in the role of a hands-on father, much to the chagrin of the kids.... less