Nothing in Common (1986): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Nothing in Common is a 1986 comedy drama directed by Garry Marshall, starring Tom Hanks, Eva Marie Saint and Jackie Gleason. It runs 1 hour 58 minutes and earned $32.3 million worldwide. Critics gave it 58% on Rotten Tomatoes and 62 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 58m (118 min)
- Director
- Garry Marshall
- Original language
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English - Studio
- TriStar Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Nothing in Common About?
The premise of Nothing in Common without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A successful advertising executive's world is thrown into turmoil when his parents announce they are separating after 36 years of marriage. Forced to mediate between his parents and their conflicting needs, he finds his own carefully constructed life increasingly difficult to manage. Balancing demanding career ambitions with unexpected family obligations, David must re-evaluate his definition of success and the compromises required to maintain relationships.
Nothing in Common Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- chicago illinois
- yuppie
- dysfunctional marriage
- dysfunctional family
- advertising executive
- surgery
- marital separation
- fired from a job
- wheelchair
- eccentricity
- montage
- scene during end credits
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- ex boyfriend ex girlfriend relationship
- dejection
- adulterous husband
- salesman
- gangrene
- amputation
- diabetic
- marriage
- office politics
- hospital
- family relationships
- businesswoman
- car accident
- stewardess
- businessman
- crying
- wife leaves her husband
- duck hunting
- drumsticks
- jeep
- airline company owner
- experimental theater
- reference to ringo starr
- nervous breakdown
- job promotion
- office cubicle
- sales presentation
- cigar smoker
- health crisis
- answering machine message
- parent grown child relationship
- story continues during end credits
- romantic reconciliation
- epilogue
- independent film
- long take
- bare chested male
- restaurant
Nothing in Common Cast
Tom Hanks leads the cast, with Eva Marie Saint and Jackie Gleason. Directed by Garry Marshall.
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Director Garry Marshall
Nothing in Common Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Nothing in Common 58% on Rotten Tomatoes and 62 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 58% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 40%
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Metacritic 62 Metascore
User score 7.0
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TMDB 58% User score
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Nothing in Common Plot Summary
What happens in Nothing in Common from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As David Basner (Tom Hanks) returns to his bustling Chicago ad agency following a vacation, he is compelled to confront the stark realities of his family life. His parents, Lorraine and Max, have faced separation after a long 36-year marriage, thrusting David into the role of caretaker for his aging father and emotionally fragile mother. The situation worsens with the alarming news of Max’s recent dismissal from his job in the garment industry, adding to an already tumultuous atmosphere.
Full summary
The whole story of Nothing in Common, scene by scene
Nothing in Common Box Office
Nothing in Common grossed $32.3 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$32.3M
- US & Canada
- $32.3M
Nothing in Common Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Nothing in Common (1986) Trailer
How Well Do You Know Nothing in Common?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the main profession of David Basner?
Cars in Nothing in Common
11 cars on screen, including the 1970 Cadillac Sedan DeVille and the 1985 Jeep CJ-7.
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1970 Cadillac Sedan DeVille Important role -
1985 Jeep CJ-7 Important role -
1961 GMC TDH 4516 Minor role -
1979 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Stretched Limousine Minor role
Nothing in Common Also Known As
17 alternative titles, including “Nada en común” and “Nothing in Common - Sie haben nichts Gemeinsam”.
- Also known as
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- Nada en común
- Nothing in Common - Sie haben nichts Gemeinsam
- Alma a fájától
- Niente in comune
- Vůbec nic společného
- Rien en commun
- Ничего общего
- Нищо общо
- Intet til fælles
- Nada Em Comum
- Nada En Común (Nothing in Common)
- 对头冤家
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- 광고 대전략
- Ei mitään yhteistä
- 對頭冤家
- Res en comú
- คุณพ่อคร้าบ
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Nothing in Common FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Nothing in Common, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Nothing in Common?
Nothing in Common runs 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).
When was Nothing in Common released?
Nothing in Common was released on July 30, 1986.
Who directed Nothing in Common?
Nothing in Common was directed by Garry Marshall.
More films by Garry Marshall Who is in the cast of Nothing in Common?
Nothing in Common stars Tom Hanks, Eva Marie Saint and Jackie Gleason.
How much did Nothing in Common make at the box office?
Nothing in Common grossed $32.3 million worldwide.
How is Nothing in Common rated?
Nothing in Common has 58% on Rotten Tomatoes, 62 on Metacritic and 58% on TMDB.
Does Nothing in Common have a post-credit scene?
No. Nothing in Common has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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