Movie

Chance of a Lifetime

“The wanted to fool the world. But they were only fooling themselves.”

★ 7.7(3)19981h 30m

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Good to know

Director: Deborah Reinisch
Release date: 1998-03-29
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Citadel Entertainment

About Chance of a Lifetime

Chance of a Lifetime is a 1998 movie in the Comedy, Drama and Romance genres, directed by Deborah Reinisch, starring John Ritter, Katey Sagal and Kim Delgado. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.7/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Chance of a Lifetime in Taiwan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Irreverent freelance investigative reporter Tom Maguire hits rock bottom when bigot editor in chief Ivan refuses to print his pieces anymore and his bad back most be operated, but his health insurance just expired. Sympathetic editor Irene Dunbar, feeling guilty she didn't save his job, volunteers for a fake marriage so he can use her insurance. The 'happy couple' in now constantly beleaguered by her mother and an insurance inspector, while each has his own affairs, but the co-habitation also seems to generate meaningful affection.

Cast

John Ritter

Tom Maguire

Katey Sagal

Irene Dunbar

Kim Delgado

Lou

David Naughton

Art Haber

Stan Ivar

Ivan

Charles Rahi Chun

Doctor

Jean Stapleton

Mrs. Dunbar

Julianne Christie

Melissa

Lynne Thigpen

Ms. Wood

Julie Lauren

Hannah

Marie Marshall

Patty

Denise Crosby

Katie

Themes & keywords

woman director

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Chance of a Lifetime in Taiwan?+

Chance of a Lifetime is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Taiwan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Chance of a Lifetime on Netflix?+

Chance of a Lifetime is not on Netflix in Taiwan right now.

How long is Chance of a Lifetime?+

Chance of a Lifetime has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in Chance of a Lifetime?+

Chance of a Lifetime stars John Ritter, Katey Sagal, Kim Delgado, David Naughton and Stan Ivar.

When did Chance of a Lifetime come out?+

Chance of a Lifetime is a 1998 movie directed by Deborah Reinisch.

What genre is Chance of a Lifetime?+

Chance of a Lifetime is Comedy, Drama, Romance and TV Movie film.

Who directed Chance of a Lifetime?+

Chance of a Lifetime was directed by Deborah Reinisch.