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Only the Lonely
Featured Movie ⭐ 6.1 TMDb

Only the Lonely

1991 1h 44m Comedy / Romance
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About the Film

Danny Muldoon, a Chicago policeman, still lives with his overbearing mother Rose. He meets and falls in love with Theresa Luna, whose father owns the local funeral parlour. Naturally, his mother objects to the relationship, and Danny and Theresa must either overcome her objections or give up the romance.

The Watchlist Wizard Verdict

The Vibe: Only the Lonely is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy and romance movie from 1991. Directed by Chris Columbus, and starring John Candy, Maureen O'Hara, Ally Sheedy Danny Muldoon, a Chicago policeman, still lives with his overbearing mother Rose.

Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.1/10, Only the Lonely retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.

Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy movies that blends comedy with romance elements, Only the Lonely deserves a spot on your watchlist.

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Production Specs

Status Released
Released 1991-05-24
Runtime 1h 44m
Budget N/A
Revenue $25,092,802
Language EN

Top Billed Cast

John Candy
John Candy Danny Muldoon
Maureen O
Maureen O'Hara Rose Muldoon
Ally Sheedy
Ally Sheedy Theresa Luna
Kevin Dunn
Kevin Dunn Patrick Muldoon
Milo O
Milo O'Shea Doyle
Bert Remsen
Bert Remsen Spats

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