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Only the Lonely

Only the Lonely

Before he can tie the knot, he has to untie the apron strings.

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Only the Lonely
  • Genres: Comedy, Romance
  • Release Date: 1991-05-24
  • Runtime: 104 minutes
  • Rating: 6/10 (166 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $25,092,802
  • Production Companies: Hughes Entertainment, 20th Century Fox
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.4382
  • Languages: Greek, English, Irish

Cast & Crew

John Candy

John Candy

as Danny Muldoon

Maureen O'Hara

Maureen O'Hara

as Rose Muldoon

Ally Sheedy

Ally Sheedy

as Theresa Luna

Kevin Dunn

Kevin Dunn

as Patrick Muldoon

Milo O’Shea

Milo O’Shea

as Doyle

Bert Remsen

Bert Remsen

as Spats

Anthony Quinn

Anthony Quinn

as Nick Acropolis

Jim Belushi

Jim Belushi

as Salvatore Buonarte (as James Belushi)

Joe Greco

Joe Greco

as Johnny Luna

Marvin J. McIntyre

Marvin J. McIntyre

as Father Strapovic

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Trailers & Clips

Only the Lonely (1991) Trailer

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Only the Lonely?

Only the Lonely is a Comedy, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1991-05-24.

Who are the main actors in Only the Lonely?

The main cast includes John Candy, Maureen O'Hara, Ally Sheedy, Kevin Dunn, Milo O’Shea, .

Where can I watch Only the Lonely online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Only the Lonely is available.

Is Only the Lonely based on a true story?

Before he can tie the knot, he has to untie the apron strings.

What is the IMDb rating of Only the Lonely?

Only the Lonely has an IMDb rating of 6/10 based on 166 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Only the Lonely?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $25,092,802 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Only the Lonely?

The soundtrack was composed by Hughes Entertainment, 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Only the Lonely filmed?

Only the Lonely was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Only the Lonely?

The total runtime of Only the Lonely is 104 minutes.

Is Only the Lonely suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Only the Lonely?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Only the Lonely.

Does Only the Lonely have a post-credit scene?

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