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Synopsis: Garry Marshall directs this hilarious comedy about a perpetual adolescent (Hanks) who's forced to deal with his aging, unloving father (Gleason) when his mother leaves him flat. Be sure to catch an excellent performance by Hanks, as well as Jackie Gleason's final film appearance.

Starring: Tom Hanks, Jackie Gleason

Supporting actors: Eva Marie Saint, Hector Elizondo, Barry Corbin, Bess Armstrong

Directed by: Garry Marshall

Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Runtime: 2 hours

Release year: 1986

Studio: TriStar Pictures

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ASIN: B002IVBLWK (Rental) and B002TL0VDE (Purchase)

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Nothing in Common DVD ~ Tom Hanks

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Theatrical Release Information

US Theatrical Release Date: July 30, 1986
Production Company: Delphi Films, Rastar Productions, TriStar Pictures
Filming Locations: Chicago, Illinois, USA | Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA | Morse Avenue, Chicago, lllinois, USA | Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, USA | Raleigh Studios - 5300 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA | Rogers Park, Chicago, Illinois, USA | Wrigley Building - 400-410 N. Michigan Avenue, Near North Side, Chicago, Illinois, USA

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5.0 out of 5 stars Hanks and Gleason are a winning team, July 2, 2000

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This review is from: Nothing in Common [VHS] (VHS Tape)

Once in a while you find a movie that mirrors your own actual relationship with someone. For me, Nothing In Common sums up my relationship with my father. Even though I do have a lot in common with my dad, I could definitely relate to the fights that father(Gleason) and son(Hanks) had in the movie.

I think that we were raised on thinking that Father Knows Best, but what happens when the father starts to lose it. Nothing In Common answers that question. This movie would make a great Father's Day gift.

Hanks starts out the movie as a grown-up child without a care in the world other than pleasing his every whim. He evolves into this mature adult who realizes that he owes more to his parents than just the occasional visit once every six months or a gift for Mother's and Father's Day.

Gleason starts out as an angry man who reluctantly asks his son for help. He becomes an enlightened father who is truly proud of his son.

I don't believe I'm giving to much away. I think that if you are a fan of Hanks, Gleason, and Garry Marshall. Enjoying this movie will not be difficult.

This movie is one of my favorites. I have lost count as to how many times that I've seen it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST SEE!!!, September 16, 2002

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Kirsten Chance (VA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Nothing in Common [VHS] (VHS Tape)

This is one of my most treasured films of all time and I can't understand why it receives so little attention. This is the story of an immature but successful bachelor whose world is disrupted when he gets an unexpected call from his estranged father, telling him his mother left him. Tom Hanks gives one of his BEST performances (comedically AND dramatically) as the carefree fellow who is forced to get to know his parents all over again while supporting them emotionally.
While many label this a comedy--and it IS pretty funny-- I find it one of the most heartfelt and touching films ever thanks to a brilliant director, soppy but appropriate music, and an extraordinary cast. There've been so many films made concerning father-son relationships but if you're looking for the most genuinely realistic one, this is it. The final line of dialogue spoken by father to son ("You're the last person on earth I would've ever expected to come through for me") never fails to choke me up.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Hanks' Gem, November 27, 1999

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tyuke (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Nothing in Common [VHS] (VHS Tape)

This is one of Tom Hanks' (and director Garry Marshall's) best films, yet it has received little publicity.

Among Hanks' fans I know who have seen this film, all hold it in very high regard. It's classic Tom Hanks - funny and serious at the same time. As it's promoters said, "It's a comedy and a drama, just like life." You will surely love it.

Jackie Gleason, Eva Marie Saint, Hector Elizondo, and the rest of the cast do wonderful jobs.

I only wish it was on DVD, but hopefully in time it will be.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great buy, great flick
I order this and two others about a week before the holidays and didn't expect them until after the new year but I got them with plenty of time to wrap and surprise a few people.

Published 12 months ago by Jarad

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Flick, but a little Disappointed
As one can see from the reviews, this is a good film. However, I was disappointed not to see more of Jackie Gleason, which is the reason I bought it. Read more