The Thing Called Love
1993, English. Directed by Peter Bogdanovich.
Stand by your dream.
A group of newcomers to the country music business seek love and stardom.
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 152 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Thing Called Love
The Thing Called Love isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Peter BogdanovichDirector
- River PhoenixJames Wright
- Samantha MathisMiranda Presley
- Dermot MulroneyKyle Davidson
- Sandra BullockLinda Lue Linden
- Anthony ClarkBilly
- Deborah AllenDeborah Allen
- K.T. OslinLucy
- Webb WilderNed
- Earl Poole BallFloyd
- Jimmie Dale GilmoreJimmie Dale Gilmore
- Katy MoffattKaty Moffatt
- Jo-El SonnierJo-El Sonnier
Details
- Released
- 27 August 1993
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Carol Heikkinen
- Budget
- $14M
- Box office
- $1M
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The Thing Called Love: quick answers
Is The Thing Called Love worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 152 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Thing Called Love?
The Thing Called Love runs 116 minutes (1h 56m).
Does The Thing Called Love have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Thing Called Love. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Thing Called Love parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Thing Called Love is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Thing Called Love on?
The Thing Called Love isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Thing Called Love?
If you liked The Thing Called Love, try Pure Country, Tender Mercies, Nashville.
Who directed The Thing Called Love?
The Thing Called Love (1993) was directed by Peter Bogdanovich and stars River Phoenix, Samantha Mathis, Dermot Mulroney.