Murphy's Romance
1985, English. Directed by Martin Ritt.
Just when you think you've found the right guy, someone even worse comes along.
Emma, a divorced single mother seeking to start her life over, moves to a small town in Arizona. She befriends Murphy, the older local pharmacist, but things turn complicated when her ex-husband shows up.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 79 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Murphy's Romance
Murphy's Romance isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Martin RittDirector
- Sally FieldEmma Moriarty
- James GarnerMurphy Jones
- Brian KerwinBobby Jack Moriarty
- Corey HaimJake Moriarty
- Dennis BurkleyFreeman Coverly
- Georgann JohnsonMargaret
- Dortha DuckworthBessie
- Michael ProkopukAlbert
- Billy Ray SharkeyLarry Le Beau
- Michael CrabtreeJim Forrest
- Anna ThomsonWanda
- Charles LaneAmos Abbott
Details
- Released
- 25 December 1985
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Irving Ravetch, Harriet Frank Jr.
- Budget
- $13M
- Box office
- $31M
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Murphy's Romance: quick answers
Is Murphy's Romance worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 79 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Murphy's Romance?
Murphy's Romance runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does Murphy's Romance have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Murphy's Romance. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Murphy's Romance parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Murphy's Romance is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Murphy's Romance on?
Murphy's Romance isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Murphy's Romance?
If you liked Murphy's Romance, try Moonstruck, Steel Magnolias, That Old Feeling.
Who directed Murphy's Romance?
Murphy's Romance (1985) was directed by Martin Ritt and stars Sally Field, James Garner, Brian Kerwin.