The One and Only (1978)

Starring:
Henry WinklerKim Darby, (more)
Director(s):
Carl Reiner
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG
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Synopsis of The One and Only

Brash young Andy Schmidt (Henry Winkler) can't make a go of it as an actor in the early 1950s. Still, he wins the hand of Mary Crawford (Kim Darby), and the two of them try to make ends meet in New York City. Andy is on the verge of starvation when he befriends wrestling-promoter Sidney Seltzer (Gene Saks). At last, Andy has found the perfect outlet for his overbaked performing style: he becomes "The One and Only," a Gorgeous George-like professional wrestler. Though his ring career skyrockets, Andy's private life suffers until his wife Mary lets him know (with a mean uppercut!) who's going to be boss. Like many of director Carl Reiner's directorial efforts, the real strength in The One and Only lies in its impeccable supporting cast, ranging from Polly Holliday as Darby's mother to Herve Villechaize as a horny midget "rassler." ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
98 mins

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Director(s):
Carl Reiner
Writer(s):
Bert I. GordonSteve Gordon
Producer(s):
David V. PickerRobert Halmi, Sr.Steve Gordon
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG(Adult Language, Questionable for Children)
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