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Mr. Wonderful (1993)

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Average Rating: 5.8/10
Reviews Counted: 19
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Critic Reviews: 6
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Movie Info

A young man (Matt Dillon) is trying to go in with his friends on a bowling-alley investment, but finds that his finances are too strapped to attempt the venture. To curb his outlays, he begins arranging a marriage for his ex-wife (Annabella Sciorra) so he can end the alimony payments which keep him in debt. ~ John Bush, Rovi

PG-13, 1 hr. 38 min.

Comedy, Romance

Directed By: Anthony Minghella

Written By: Vicki Polon

In Theaters: Oct 1, 1993 Wide

On DVD: Nov 23, 1999

Warner Home Video

Mr. Wonderful Trailer & Photos

Cast

Matt Dillon
Gus DeMarco
Annabella Sciorra
Leonora
Mary-Louise Parker
Rita
William Hurt
Tom
Vincent D'Onofrio
Dominic
David Barry Gray
Pope
Bruce Kirby
Dante
Dan Hedaya
Harvey
Luis Guzman
Juice
Bruce Altman
Mr. Wonderful
Peter Appel
Harry
Paul Bates
Marlon
James Bulleit
1st Lecturer
William Duff-Griffin
Mr. Christie
Arabella Field
Patti
James Gandolfini
Mike
Angela Hall
Betty
Jessica Harper
Funny Face
John Christopher Jones
Miller
Adam Le Fevre
Kevin Klassic
Renee Lippin
Hannah
James Lorinz
Jos
Bruce MacVittie
Martin
Joanna Merlin
Loretta
Harsh Nayyar
Credit Union Officer
Joe Paparone
Building Super
Frank Pellegrino
Man in Elevator
John Rothman
Ralph
Brooke Smith
Jan
Floyd Vivino
MC
Mary Louise Wilson
Muriel Manners
Debra Zane
Saverio Guerra
Man #1 -- Paul
Seth Gilliam

Critic Reviews for Mr. Wonderful

All Critics (19) | Top Critics (6) | Fresh (10) | Rotten (9) | DVD (3)

Short on laughs but tinged with a pleasant European flavor.

March 18, 2008 Full Review Source: Variety

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Brian Lowry

Variety

Top Critic

Without that yeoman cast effort and Dillon's easy charm, Mr. Wonderful could easily be mistaken for Mr. Potatohead.

May 12, 2001 Comment

Peter Travers

Rolling Stone

Top Critic

One of those films where it's clear to the audience within five minutes what must obviously happen, and clear to the characters only at the end of the story.

January 1, 2000 Full Review Source: Chicago Sun-Times

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Roger Ebert

Chicago Sun-Times

Top Critic

Mr. Wonderful doesn't aspire to be anything more than it is, and such a simple, uncomplicated presentation, coupled with likable characters, makes this film a fine example of light, romantic entertainment.

January 1, 2000 Full Review Source: ReelViews

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James Berardinelli

ReelViews

Top Critic

An enjoyable romantic comedy, one that won't have the dragged along boyfriend running for the hills. It doesn't loose itself in fantasy land, remaining grounded and realistic.

March 18, 2008 Full Review Source: Empire Magazine

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Angie Errigo

Empire Magazine

Rather bland considering its attractive cast.

March 18, 2008 Full Review Source: TV Guide's Movie Guide

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TV Guide's Movie Guide

A thoughtful romantic comedy with a snappy hook.

March 18, 2008 Full Review Source: Film4

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