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Once in a Lifetime

1994·Movie·PG-13·96 min·★ 5.0(6)

After losing her husband and baby daughter to a fire, Daphne Fields raises her deaf son while beginning a writing career. Hollywood loves her scripts, but her heart remains with her son Andrew, under the care of Headmaster Matthew Dane at an eastern boarding school. Daphne finally seems to have rediscovered love in her leading man. But an accident leaves her hospitalized, contemplating her life, fate and her best chance for love.

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About Once in a Lifetime

Once in a Lifetime is a 1994 English-language tv movie, drama and romance film directed by Michael Miller. The cast is led by Lindsay Wagner, Barry Bostwick, Duncan Regehr. It has a runtime of 1h 36m.

Once in a Lifetime was produced by The Cramer Company and NBC Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on October 2, 1994, and carries a PG-13 certification.

Director
Michael Miller
Writers
Syrie Astrahan Jame
Release date
October 2, 1994
Original language
English
Age rating
PG-13
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
The Cramer Company, NBC Productions

Once in a Lifetime cast & crew

Once in a Lifetime was directed by Michael Miller and written by Syrie Astrahan Jame.

The cast features Lindsay Wagner as Daphne Fields, Barry Bostwick as Dr. Matthew Dane, Duncan Regehr as Justin Wakefield, Amy Aquino as Barbera, Rex Smith as Jeffrey Fields, and Darrell Thomas Utley as Andrew.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by David Shire and cinematography is by Kees Van Oostrum.

Is Once in a Lifetime worth watching?

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

If you enjoy tv movie, drama, and romance, Once in a Lifetime is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Once in a Lifetime

Lindsay Wagner

Lindsay Wagner

Daphne Fields

Barry Bostwick

Barry Bostwick

Dr. Matthew Dane

Duncan Regehr

Duncan Regehr

Justin Wakefield

Amy Aquino

Amy Aquino

Barbera

Rex Smith

Rex Smith

Jeffrey Fields

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Darrell Thomas Utley

Andrew

Fran Bennett

Fran Bennett

Dr. Liz Wells

Debra Sullivan

Debra Sullivan

Harriet

Michael Mitz

Michael Mitz

Howard

Michael Laskin

Michael Laskin

The Pediatrician

Dawn Jeffory

Dawn Jeffory

Counsellor for the Deaf

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Mark Davenport

Sam

Once in a Lifetime — FAQs

▸Where can I watch Once in a Lifetime in India?

Once in a Lifetime is not currently available on major streaming services in India. Availability changes often — check back soon.

▸What language is Once in a Lifetime in?

Once in a Lifetime is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is Once in a Lifetime?

Once in a Lifetime runs 1 hours 36 minutes (96 minutes).

▸What is Once in a Lifetime rated?

Once in a Lifetime is rated PG-13. It holds a 5.0/10 audience score from 6 ratings.

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