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‘The Good Father: The Martin MacNeill Story’ on Lifetime – Cast, Premiere Date, True Story

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The Good Father The Martin MacNeill Story on Lifetime

“The Good Father: The Martin MacNeill Story” is a true story that is coming to Lifetime Channel. It is followed by the Lifetime original movie “Imperfect High” starring Dance Moms alum, Nia Sioux. Get more details on The Martin MacNeill Story now.


‘The Good Father: The Martin MacNeill Story’ on Lifetime Plot – Based on a True Story

Tom Everett Scott plays Dr. Martin MacNeill in the Lifetime original movie. Dr. Martin MacNeill was a respected doctor and pillar of the local community. He was happily married to his wife Michele and they together had 8 children. His daughter, Alexis adored her father and wanted to follow in his footsteps to become a doctor.

However, plans soon change after Dr. MacNeill encourages his wife to go for plastic surgery. This decision ultimately leads to her drowning. Now just a few weeks after his wife mysteriously passed away, the doctor brings home a live-in nanny, Gypsy Willis. Gypsy is not only his children’s nanny but his mistress as well.

This causes Alexis to question everything she ever thought about her father, discovering the depth of his lies. It boils down to bogus medical credentials, false military records, and to question if this man was really capable of murder.


Who is in the Good Father: Martin McNeill Story Cast?

Tom Everett Scott as Dr. Martin MacNeill

Tom everett Scott as Dr. Martin MacNeill in The Good Father on Lifetime Movie

Tom Everett Scott is an American actor well known for his role in La La Land and 13 Reasons Why. He was even the voice of Santa Paws in Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups.

Scott married Jenni Gallagher whom he met while attending Syracuse University in 1997. Together, the couple have a daughter, Arly (June 6, 2000) and a son, Finn (October 20, 2004).

The 51-year old actor posted a sweet message to his wife on Instagram. He said, “This beautiful woman has been the heart, soul and rock of this family. She’s had to hold down the fort and raise 2 incredible people most of the time on her own while I was out playing pretend. I am so grateful and lucky. Love you Jenni. Happy Mother’s Day.”


Charisma Carpenter as Michele MacNeill

Charisma Carpenter as Michele MacNeill in The Good Father
Charisma Carpenter as Michele MacNeill in The Good Father

Charisma Carpenter is an American actress best known for her roles in Charmed and Veronica Mars. You may also recognize her from the 2003 movie See Jane Date and on Netflix’s No Good Nick.

She portrays Michele MacNeill, the wife of Dr. Martin McNeill in the Lifetime movie.

The 51-year old actress married Damian Hardy in 2002 in Las Vegas. Together, they have a son named Donovan Charles Hardy. Unfortunately, the couple divorced in 2008.

Look at this adorable photo Charisma posted to Instagram of her cockapoo!

She also recently sent her only son off into the world as an official #grownup. “My one and only sets-off into the world to do grown-up things. (I’m not crying!) Fly baby, fly!” she wrote.


Anwen O’Driscoll as Alexis

Anwen O'Driscoll as Alexis in The Good Father

Anwen O’Driscoll portrays Alexis, the daughter of Dr. Martin MacNeill and Michelle MacNeill.

She was born on July 4, 1999 which puts her in her early 20’s.

She travels everywhere! She was out in Los Angeles and shared photos from her adventures on the west coast. Anwen also was recently in New York City and Madrid, Spain.


Nicola Correia-Damude as Gypsy Willis

Gypsy Willis in The Good Father on Lifetime

Nicola Correia-Damude is a Canadian actress. She is 42 years old.

She portrays Gypsy Willis in The Good Father, the mistress of Dr. Martin MacNeill.


Get the Full Cast List

Tom Everett Scott … Martin MacNeill
Anwen O’Driscoll … Alexis
Nicola Correia-Damude … Gypsy
Charisma Carpenter … Michele MacNeill
Alicia Johnston … Linda
Rest of the cast listed alphabetically:
Tom Anniko … Cal
Ava Anton … Janie
Erik Athavale … Dr. Bennett
Lauren Cochrane … Police Officer #1
Paul Essiembre … Prosecutor
Zoe Fish … Alexis – Age 7
Ava Gorski-Watson … Janie
Ernesto Griffith … Police Officer #2
Vance Halldorson … Juror
James M. Lawton … Student
Jacqueline Loewen … CPS Caseworker
Rachael McLaren … Maryann Miller
Cindy Myskiw … Waitress
Michael Strickland … Guard
Jason Wishnowski … District Attorney
William Whyte … Dinner Party Guest (uncredited)


How to Watch The Good Father

It’s an original Lifetime movie that airs during the 2022 Lifetime lineup. You can watch the movie at these different streaming options:

Fubo TV – Subscribe to Fubo TV for $69.99/month. Sign up for a 7-day free trial.

Frndly TV – This is one of the most affordable options on the market. Sign up for a 7-day free trial. Afterwards, the packages begin at $6.99/month. It is easy to download and access via Roku or the Amazon Firestick.


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The Good Father The Martin MacNeill Story on Lifetime
The Good Father The Martin MacNeill Story on Lifetime

When Does “The Good Father: The Martin McNeill Story” Premiere?

‘The Good Father: The Martin MacNeill Story’ is set to air on Lifetime on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at 8pm EST.


Watch the Trailer

Check out the trailer video for The Good Father: The Martin MacNeill Story on Lifetime.


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