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The Whole Wide World

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1996 | 106 min | Drama, Romance

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (76% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office loss and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for romantics.
The mood
Warm and romantic.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 46 min.
What might put you off
Nothing much for most grown-ups.

In 1930s Texas, pulp fiction master Robert E. Howard is introduced to Novalyne Price, a teacher with aspirations of becoming an author herself, and they begin a unique relationship filled with conversation and imagination. Although the possibility exists for romance, Howard's obsession with his work and dedication to his sick mother leads Price to look elsewhere for love, leaving Howard feeling betrayed and alone.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    76% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $376K worldwide on a $1 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 30K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Dan Ireland

  • Vincent D'OnofrioRobert E. Howard
  • Renée ZellwegerNovalyne Price
  • Ann WedgeworthMrs. Howard
  • Harve PresnellDr. Howard
  • Benjamin MoutonClyde Smith
  • Helen CatesEnid
  • Leslie BuesingEthel
  • Chris ShearerTruett
  • Sandy WalperMammy
  • Marion EatonWoman on Bus