Raising Flagg

A comedy centered on a handyman (Arkin) and his lifelong competition with his neighbor (Pendleton.)

Cast

Alan Arkin

as Flagg Purdy

Lauren Holly

as Rachel Purdy

Glenne Headly

as Anne Marie Purdy

Barbara Dana

as Ada Purdy

Austin Pendleton

as Gus Falk

Robert Blanche

as Matt Durwood

Betty Moyer

as Glaring Woman

Stephanie Lemelin

as Jenny Purdy

Daniel Quinn

as Travis Purdy

Matthew Arkin

as Eldon Purdy

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