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Unhook the Stars

Unhook the Stars

When prim & proper meets wild & crazy get ready to...

Widowed mother Mildred must suddenly redefine herself and find an outlet for her nurturing side when her adult daughter moves out of the family home. Though Mildred thinks she's found her purpose when her neighbor, overworked single mother Monica, asks her to look after her little boy, she has great difficulty learning to strike a healthy balance between giving selflessly to others and remembering to take care of herself.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Unhook the Stars
  • Genres: Drama, Romance
  • Release Date: 1996-09-04
  • Runtime: 103 minutes
  • Rating: 5.9/10 (42 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Miramax, Hachette Première, Sheen/Michaels Entertainment
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.5575
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Gena Rowlands

Gena Rowlands

as Mildred

Marisa Tomei

Marisa Tomei

as Monica

Gérard Depardieu

Gérard Depardieu

as Big Tommy

Jake Lloyd

Jake Lloyd

as J.J.

Moira Kelly

Moira Kelly

as Ann Mary Margaret

David Sherrill

David Sherrill

as Ethan

David Thornton

David Thornton

as Frankie

Bridgette Wilson-Sampras

Bridgette Wilson-Sampras

as Jeannie

Bobby Cooper

Bobby Cooper

as Bernt

Clint Howard

Clint Howard

as Gus

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Trailers & Clips

Unhook the Stars - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

san francisco, californiasandwichsurrogate motherlittle boysuburbmoving out

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Unhook the Stars?

Unhook the Stars is a Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1996-09-04.

Who are the main actors in Unhook the Stars?

The main cast includes Gena Rowlands, Marisa Tomei, Gérard Depardieu, Jake Lloyd, Moira Kelly, .

Where can I watch Unhook the Stars online?

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

Is Unhook the Stars based on a true story?

When prim & proper meets wild & crazy get ready to...

What is the IMDb rating of Unhook the Stars?

Unhook the Stars has an IMDb rating of 5.9/10 based on 42 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Unhook the Stars?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for Unhook the Stars?

The soundtrack was composed by Miramax, Hachette Première, Sheen/Michaels Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Unhook the Stars filmed?

Unhook the Stars was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Unhook the Stars?

The total runtime of Unhook the Stars is 103 minutes.

Is Unhook the Stars suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Unhook the Stars?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Unhook the Stars.

Does Unhook the Stars have a post-credit scene?

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