The Love Letter
1999, English. Directed by Peter Chan.
Comedy that pushes the envelope
In the sleepy New England town of Loblolly By The Sea, a letter has arrived that is going to wake things up. It is a love letter - ardent, sensual... and unsigned. As the letter falls into different hands, residents of the small town to eye one another with renewed interest - wondering who it's for and who it's from. Determined to find the letter's author, Helen MacFarquhar begins a quest that will open her life to a new chapter involving two decidedly different men: George, an old friend from her past, and Johnny, a young man very much in her present. Unexpectedly, one mysterious love note has the power to unlock some startling secrets, leaving a trail of wonderful surprises as it turns an entire town upside down.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Snoozefest
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5.2/10 from 73 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Love Letter isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 21 May 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Maria Maggenti
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The Love Letter: quick answers
Is The Love Letter worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.2/10 from 73 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Love Letter?
The Love Letter runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does The Love Letter have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Love Letter. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Love Letter parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Love Letter is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Love Letter on?
The Love Letter isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Love Letter?
If you liked The Love Letter, try Secret Admirer, Desperados, Playing It Cool.
Who directed The Love Letter?
The Love Letter (1999) was directed by Peter Chan and stars Kate Capshaw, Blythe Danner, Ellen DeGeneres.