What is matthew broderick dad?

Matthew Broderick's father's name was James Joseph Broderick Jr. He was an American actor and helped establish the Yale Repertory Theater. He appeared in many TV shows, including "Family Ties," "Lou Grant," and "The Big Valley," and also acted in films such as "Alice's Restaurant" and "The Taking of Pelham One Two Three." He passed away in 1982 at the age of 55, due to cancer.