Only the Lonely (1991) movie poster

Only the Lonely (1991)

"Before he can tie the knot, he has to untie the apron strings."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 75%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 65% (RT: 65%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyRomance

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Director
Runtime
1h 44m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.1/10 (185 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
65%
Cast
John Candy as Danny Muldoon
Maureen O'Hara as Rose Muldoon
Ally Sheedy as Theresa Luna
Kevin Dunn as Patrick Muldoon
Milo O'Shea as Doyle
Bert Remsen as Spats
Anthony Quinn as Nick Acropolis
Jim Belushi as Salvatore Buonarte (as James Belushi)
Most people think so. 75% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 185 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 65%.
Overview
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Audience Consensus

Only the Lonely is a 1991 comedy, romance film directed by Chris Columbus. 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 film has been rated by 185 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Only the Lonely delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Only the Lonely (1991) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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