Only When I Laugh
It'll make you laugh...'til you cry.
A boozy Broadway actress comes out of a 12-week cure to face the problems of her best friends as well as her needy daughter. She tries to balance the terrors of returning to work with the demands of all around her with humor and insight, while staying off the booze.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Only When I Laugh
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Release Date: 1981-09-25
- Runtime: 120 minutes
- Rating: 5.7/10 (19 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Columbia Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.4025
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Marsha Mason
as Georgia
Kristy McNichol
as Polly
James Coco
as Jimmy
Joan Hackett
as Toby
David Dukes
as David
John Bennett Perry
as Actor (Lou)
Guy Boyd
as Man in Bar
Ed Moore
as Dr. Komack
Byron Webster
as Tom
Peter Coffield
as Mr. Tarloff
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Trailers & Clips
1981 Only When I Laugh Official Trailer 1 Columbia Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Only When I Laugh?▼
Only When I Laugh is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1981-09-25.
Who are the main actors in Only When I Laugh?▼
The main cast includes Marsha Mason, Kristy McNichol, James Coco, Joan Hackett, David Dukes, .
Where can I watch Only When I Laugh online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Only When I Laugh is available.
Is Only When I Laugh based on a true story?▼
It'll make you laugh...'til you cry.
What is the IMDb rating of Only When I Laugh?▼
Only When I Laugh has an IMDb rating of 5.7/10 based on 19 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Only When I Laugh?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Only When I Laugh?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Columbia Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Only When I Laugh filmed?▼
Only When I Laugh was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Only When I Laugh?▼
The total runtime of Only When I Laugh is 120 minutes.
Is Only When I Laugh suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Only When I Laugh?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Only When I Laugh.
Does Only When I Laugh have a post-credit scene?▼
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