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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John Candy
Danny Muldoon
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)
Joe Greco
Johnny Luna
Marvin J. McIntyre
Father Strapovic
Director
Chris Columbus
Screenplay
Chris Columbus
Tagline
"Before he can tie the knot, he has to untie the apron strings."
Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Revenue
$25,092,802
Production
Hughes Entertainment, 20th Century Fox
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