Review of Murphy's Romance (1985) by Hillari H — 25 Apr 2007

A romance movie for the middle aged crowd that is satisfying.

This review of Murphy's Romance (1985) was written by Hillari H on 25 Apr 2007.

Murphy's Romance has generally received positive reviews.

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By Variety Staff (1,156) for Variety (12,700) on 26 Mar 2009

Unfortunately, this sweet and homey picture which casts two very decent actors (Sally Field and James Garner) in two very decent roles, falls…

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By Cassie H (513) on 21 Sep 2010

Very good movie :) A nice movie to watch on a rainy day when there's nothing else to do. Gardner & Field were great in this movie :)…

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By Ursula K (9) on 25 Aug 2007

Definately one of the cutest movies out there...Garner and Field are two of my favourites!! A sweet, funny romance…

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By Kevin H (1,172) on 22 Nov 2008

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By Jill T (95) on 11 Aug 2008

This is an oldie (1986) but a goodie. I haven't seen this in ages and watched the other night…

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By Jennie R (237) on 25 Aug 2007

Definately one of the cutest movies out there...Garner and Field are two of my favourites!! A sweet, funny romance…

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