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61% Critic Match
Only the Lonely
“Before he can tie the knot, he has to untie the apron strings.”
6.1 / 10• 1991• 1h 44m•PG-13• English
ComedyRomance
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
John Candy
Danny Muldoon
Lead
Maureen O'Hara
Rose Muldoon
Ally Sheedy
Theresa Luna
Kevin Dunn
Patrick Muldoon
Milo O'Shea
Doyle
Bert Remsen
Spats
Anthony Quinn
Nick Acropolis
Jim Belushi
Salvatore Buonarte (as James Belushi)
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Chris Columbus's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Only the Lonely is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
