Twice in a Lifetime
Synopsis
A middle-aged steelworker is content with his job and his family, but feels that something is missing in his life. On his 50th birthday, he stops in at a local bar for a drink to celebrate. He finds himself attracted to the young, very sexy barmaid--and, to his surprise, he finds that she is also very attracted to him.
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Gene Hackman
Harry MacKenzie
Ann-Margret
Audrey Minelli
Ellen Burstyn
Kate MacKenzie
Amy Madigan
Sunny
Ally Sheedy
Helen
Stephen Lang
Keith
Brian Dennehy
Nick
Darrell Larson
Jerry
Chris Parker
Tim
Rachel Street
Joanne
Kevin Bleyer
Chris
Micole Mercurio
Betty
Doris Hugo Drewien
Millie
Lee Corrigan
Milos
Ralph Steadman
Mike
Rod Pilloud
Mick
Art Cahn
Nikos
Anne Ludlum
Susie
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 23, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bud Yorkin
- Screenplay & Story
- Colin Welland
- Original Score
- Pat Metheny
- Original Title
- Twice in a Lifetime
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Production Studios
- Bud Yorkin Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bud Yorkin
Colin Welland
Pat Metheny
Nick McLean
Robert C. Jones
Bud Yorkin, David Salven
Department Leadership Roster
Bud Yorkin
Director
Colin Welland
Writer
Bud Yorkin
Producer
Robert C. Jones
Editor
Nick McLean
Director of Photography
Pat Metheny
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Twice in a Lifetime
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What is Twice in a Lifetime about?
A middle-aged steelworker is content with his job and his family, but feels that something is missing in his life. On his 50th birthday, he stops in at a local bar for a drink to celebrate. He finds himself attracted to the young, very sexy barmaid--and, to his surprise, he finds that she is also very attracted to him.
Who directed Twice in a Lifetime?
Twice in a Lifetime was directed by Bud Yorkin.
Who stars in Twice in a Lifetime?
The principal cast of Twice in a Lifetime includes Gene Hackman, Ann-Margret, Ellen Burstyn, Amy Madigan, Ally Sheedy.
When was Twice in a Lifetime released and how long is it?
Twice in a Lifetime was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 51m.
Who composed the musical score for Twice in a Lifetime?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Twice in a Lifetime was composed by Pat Metheny.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Twice in a Lifetime?
Twice in a Lifetime holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).