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Only the Lonely (1991)

Film · 1991 · 104 min · PG-13 · Comedy · Romance

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.

Directed by Chris Columbus

Starring John Candy, Maureen O'Hara, Ally Sheedy, Kevin Dunn, Milo O'Shea, Bert Remsen, Anthony Quinn, Jim Belushi

Release dates in United States

In cinemas24 May 1991
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First release anywhere24 May 1991

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