Summary

Adapted from Paddy Chayefsky's Marty, this film from writer-director Chris Columbus stars John Candy as Danny Muldoon, a Chicago police officer who still lives at home with his overbearing mother, Rose (Maureen O'Hara). When Danny meets the shy Theresa (Ally Sheedy) one night at a bar, he's instantly smitten. Unfortunately, both Danny's friends and Rose disapprove, making his quest for a normal relationship and life seemingly impossible.