Only the Lonely
Before he can tie the knot, he has to untie the apron strings.
1991 · 1h 44m · PG-13
Comedy, Romance
Directed by
Chris Columbus
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Only the Lonely
Overview
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.
Director and cast
- Chris Columbus Director
- John Candy as Danny Muldoon
- Maureen O'Hara as Rose Muldoon
- Ally Sheedy as Theresa Luna
- Kevin Dunn as Patrick Muldoon
- Milo O'Shea as Doyle
- Bert Remsen as Spats
- Anthony Quinn as Nick Acropolis
- Jim Belushi as Salvatore Buonarte (as James Belushi)
- Joe Greco as Johnny Luna
- Marvin J. McIntyre as Father Strapovic
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