Once in a Lifetime
1994, English. Directed by Michael Miller.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Cast & crew
- Michael MillerDirector
- Lindsay WagnerDaphne Fields
- Barry BostwickDr. Matthew Dane
- Duncan RegehrJustin Wakefield
- Amy AquinoBarbera
- Rex SmithJeffrey Fields
- Darrell Thomas UtleyAndrew
- Fran BennettDr. Liz Wells
- Debra SullivanHarriet
- Michael MitzHoward
- Michael LaskinThe Pediatrician
- Dawn JefforyCounsellor for the Deaf
- Mark DavenportSam
Details
- Released
- 2 October 1994
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Syrie Astrahan Jame
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What Once in a Lifetime is based on
Once in a Lifetime is based on Once in a Lifetime (1982) by Danielle Steel, published by Dell Publishing.
1982
Once in a Lifetime
By Danielle Steel
Published by Dell Publishing
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Once in a Lifetime: quick answers
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How long is Once in a Lifetime?
Once in a Lifetime runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does Once in a Lifetime have a post-credits scene?
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Once in a Lifetime parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Once in a Lifetime is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Once in a Lifetime on?
Once in a Lifetime isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 October 1994. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Once in a Lifetime?
If you liked Once in a Lifetime, try The Outsider, Baywatch: Hawaiian Wedding, Iron Jawed Angels.
Who directed Once in a Lifetime?
Once in a Lifetime (1994) was directed by Michael Miller and stars Lindsay Wagner, Barry Bostwick, Duncan Regehr.
What is Once in a Lifetime based on?
Once in a Lifetime is based on Once in a Lifetime (1982) by Danielle Steel, published by Dell Publishing.