Once in a Lifetime
Synopsis
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.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 2, 1994
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Miller
- Screenplay & Story
- Syrie Astrahan Jame, Danielle Steel
- Original Score
- David Shire
- Original Title
- Once in a Lifetime
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- The Cramer Company, NBC Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Miller
Syrie Astrahan Jame, Danielle Steel
David Shire
Kees Van Oostrum
Janet Bartels-Vandagriff
Department Leadership Roster
David Shire
Original Music Composer
Janet Bartels-Vandagriff
Editor
Syrie Astrahan Jame
Writer
Michael Miller
Director
Kees Van Oostrum
Director of Photography
Jacqueline Saint Anne
Costume Design
Joe Stone
Stunt Coordinator
James J. Agazzi
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Once in a Lifetime
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What is Once in a Lifetime about?
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.
Who directed Once in a Lifetime?
Once in a Lifetime was directed by Michael Miller.
Who stars in Once in a Lifetime?
The principal cast of Once in a Lifetime includes Lindsay Wagner, Barry Bostwick, Duncan Regehr, Amy Aquino, Rex Smith.
When was Once in a Lifetime released and how long is it?
Once in a Lifetime was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Once in a Lifetime?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Once in a Lifetime was composed by David Shire.
Is Once in a Lifetime based on a book or true story?
Once in a Lifetime is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Danielle Steel".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Once in a Lifetime?
Once in a Lifetime holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).