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Wilford Brimley, one of the most durable character actors whose signature Midwestern charm and walrus mustache delighted audiences on film and television, passed at the age of 85 on August 1. His ...

Directed by Ron Howard, this science fiction comedy-drama series was released in 1985. It was written by Tom Benedek, who drew inspiration from a story by David Saperstein. The movie, starring Don ...

Following the passing on Saturday evening of Wilford Brimley, director Ron Howard looked back on his work with the actor on the 1985 film “Cocoon,” particularly in one of the film’s most heartbreaking ...

Editorial use only. No book cover usage. Mandatory Credit: Photo by 20th Century Fox/Kobal/Shutterstock (5882522t) Barret Oliver, Wilford Brimley Cocoon - 1985 Director: Ron (Ronny) Howard 20th ...

The house at 1446 Park St. N features the magical pool from the film. This St. Petersburg mansion featured in the 1985 movie "Cocoon" is now for sale. [ Courtesy of Patrick Degnan of YourDigitalPro ] ...

(Reuters) - Actor Wilford Brimley, best known for his roles in the Oscar-winning movie "Cocoon" and "The Firm" has died at the age of 85, U.S. media reported. Utah-born Brimley found his way into the ...

‘Cocoon’ was filmed over 11 weeks in and around St. Petersburg at a time when the city still had a reputation as largely a retirement community. Wilford Brimley, left, and Ron Howard stand on the ...