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Delirious

1991·Movie·PG·96 min·5.7(164)

A comedy about a soap opera writer who's typing without a ribbon.

A soap opera writer gets hit on the head and wakes up as a character in his own show.

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Where to watch Delirious in United States

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About Delirious

Delirious is a 1991 English-language fantasy, comedy and romance film directed by Tom Mankiewicz. The cast is led by John Candy, Mariel Hemingway, Emma Samms. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. Viewers rate it 5.7/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel.

Delirious was produced by MGM-Pathé Communications and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and made in United States of America. It was released on August 9, 1991, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $18 million, it went on to gross $6 million worldwide.

Director
Tom Mankiewicz
Writers
Lawrence J. Cohen, Fred Freeman
Release date
August 9, 1991
Original language
English
Age rating
PG
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$18 million
Box office
$6 million
Production
MGM-Pathé Communications, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
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Delirious cast & crew

Delirious was directed by Tom Mankiewicz and written by Lawrence J. Cohen and Fred Freeman.

The cast features John Candy as Jack Gable, Mariel Hemingway as Janet Dubois / Louise, Emma Samms as Rachel Hedison / Laura Claybourne, Raymond Burr as Carter Hedison, Dylan Baker as Blake Hedison, and Charles Rocket as Ty Hedison.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Cliff Eidelman, cinematography is by Robert M. Stevens, and it was produced by Richard Donner and Doug Claybourne.

Is Delirious worth watching?

Delirious holds an audience score of 5.7/10 from 164 ratings, a more divisive fantasy films.

At 1h 36m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy fantasy, comedy, and romance, Delirious is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Delirious

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Cast of Delirious

John Candy

John Candy

Jack Gable

Mariel Hemingway

Mariel Hemingway

Janet Dubois / Louise

Emma Samms

Emma Samms

Rachel Hedison / Laura Claybourne

Raymond Burr

Raymond Burr

Carter Hedison

Dylan Baker

Dylan Baker

Blake Hedison

Charles Rocket

Charles Rocket

Ty Hedison

David Rasche

David Rasche

Dr. Paul Kirkwood / Dennis

Andrea Thompson

Andrea Thompson

Nurse Helen Caldwell

Zach Grenier

Zach Grenier

Mickey

Jerry Orbach

Jerry Orbach

Lou Sherwood

Renée Taylor

Renée Taylor

Arlene Sherwood

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Milt Oberman

Fetterman

Delirious — FAQs

Where can I watch Delirious in United States?

Delirious is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads in United States.

Is Delirious on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Delirious is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Delirious in?

Delirious is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Delirious?

Delirious runs 1 hours 36 minutes (96 minutes).

What is Delirious rated?

Delirious is rated PG. It holds a 5.7/10 audience score from 164 ratings.

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