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Movie poster: Murphy's Romance (1985)
🎬 Movie

Murphy's Romance

1985 · 107 min Comedy Drama Romance
6.1 / 10 · TMDB

Emma, a divorced single mother seeking to start her life over, moves to a small town in Arizona. She befriends Murphy, the older local pharmacist, but things turn complicated when her ex-husband shows up.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1985
Country United States of America
Genre Comedy, Drama, Romance
Director Martin Ritt
Runtime 107 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.1/10 (71 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The director doesn't push the comedy pedal — lets the scene develop at its own pace. The comedic effect arises naturally, without cuing the audience.

If you're looking for light cinema for an evening — this is it. If you're looking for something that'll change your perspective on life — keep scrolling.

For those who can appreciate simple pleasure without overthinking it.

Director: Martin Ritt

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Friday evening with food and company. Doesn't require close attention — works as background too.

🎭 Cast

Sally Field

Sally Field

Emma Moriarty

James Garner

James Garner

Murphy Jones

Brian Kerwin

Brian Kerwin

Bobby Jack Moriarty

Corey Haim

Corey Haim

Jake Moriarty

Dennis Burkley

Dennis Burkley

Freeman Coverly

Georgann Johnson

Georgann Johnson

Margaret

Dortha Duckworth

Dortha Duckworth

Bessie

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Michael Prokopuk

Albert

Billy Ray Sharkey

Billy Ray Sharkey

Larry Le Beau

Michael Crabtree

Michael Crabtree

Jim Forrest

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