Father of Invention

February. 14,2010      PG-13
Rating:
5.7
Trailer Synopsis Cast

Nearly a decade after a faulty product landed him in prison, an arrogant inventor is determined to restore his reputation and rebuild his fortune. But first, he has to convince his estranged daughter that he's worthy of a second chance.

Kevin Spacey as  Robert Axle
Camilla Belle as  Claire Axle
Heather Graham as  Phoebe
Virginia Madsen as  Lorraine
John Stamos as  Steven Leslie
Johnny Knoxville as  Troy Coangelo
Michael Rosenbaum as  Eddie
Mary Cobb as  Sheila
Christine Bently as  Lisa
Anna Schafer as  Donna

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