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1991•104 min•Comedy, Romance

Only the Lonely

Is Only the Lonely a Hit or Flop?

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Is Only the Lonely worth watching? With a rating of 6.051/10, this Comedy, Romance film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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Only the Lonely Synopsis

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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Top Cast

John Candy
John CandyDanny Muldoon
Maureen O'Hara
Maureen O'HaraRose Muldoon
Ally Sheedy
Ally SheedyTheresa Luna
Kevin Dunn
Kevin DunnPatrick Muldoon
Milo O’Shea
Milo O’SheaDoyle
Bert Remsen
Bert RemsenSpats
Anthony Quinn
Anthony QuinnNick Acropolis
Jim Belushi
Jim BelushiSalvatore Buonarte (as James Belushi)
Joe Greco
Joe GrecoJohnny Luna
Marvin J. McIntyre
Marvin J. McIntyreFather Strapovic

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Is Only the Lonely worth watching?

Only the Lonely has received mixed reviews with a 6.051/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Comedy, Romance movies.

Is Only the Lonely hit or flop?

Only the Lonely has received average ratings (6.051/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is Only the Lonely?

Only the Lonely is a Comedy, Romance movie that 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 ...

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