Only When I Laugh (1981)

Name: Only When I Laugh
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 1981
Duration: 120 min
Rating: 5.7
Cast: Marsha Mason, Kristy McNichol, James Coco, Joan Hackett, David Dukes

2h United States of America

Comedy Drama

Plot

A hard-drinking Broadway star emerges from a three-month rehabilitation program, ready to confront the chaos in her life. Juggling the expectations of her demanding daughter and the challenges posed by her close friends, she navigates the pressures of returning to the stage. With a blend of humor and keen observation, she attempts to maintain her sobriety while managing the emotional upheaval surrounding her. As she seeks stability, the actress learns valuable lessons about resilience and the complexities of relationships in her world.

Cast

Marsha Mason Kristy McNichol James Coco Joan Hackett David Dukes John Bennett Perry Guy Boyd Ed Moore Byron Webster Peter Coffield Mark Schubb Nancy Nagler Dan Monahan Ellen La Gamba Michael A. Ross