Plot — What is The Old Settler about?
The Old Settler is the story of two middle-aged sisters, Elizabeth and Quilly, who share an apartment in Harlem in 1943. The sisters quarrel amiably, but they share a wounded history that becomes revealed as the tale unfolds. An earnest but unworldly young man named Husband travels up from the South to board with the sisters while he searches for his beloved Lou Bessie, who left their small town a few years back to find a new life. Husband would like to bring Lou Bessie back home, but she's enamored with the excitement of the city, and her plans are more complicated. In time, Elizabeth and Husband begin a courtship that may or may not overcome their considerable age difference, while Quilly reacts disapprovingly.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Drama, Romance |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 87 min |
| Audience Score | 38% (3.8/10, 4 votes) |
The Old Settler — FAQ
Is The Old Settler worth watching? The Old Settler holds a 3.8/10 rating from 4 viewers. The Old Settler is the story of two middle-aged sisters, Elizabeth and Quilly, who share an apartment in Harlem in 1943. The sisters quarrel amiably, but they share a wounded history that becomes revealed as the tale unf
Who directed The Old Settler? Directed by Debbie Allen.
Who is in the cast of The Old Settler? It stars Phylicia Rashād, Debbie Allen, Bumper Robinson, Crystal R. Fox, Bebe Drake, Randy J. Goodwin and more.
Where can I stream The Old Settler? Streaming availability for The Old Settler is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did The Old Settler release? It released in 2001.
