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Dying Young

"She's given him something nobody else could. A reason to live."

June 20, 1991 1h 51m 6.7/10 (479 votes)

Originally released in 1991. Dying Young is a drama/romance film. directed by Joel Schumacher.

Starring Julia Roberts, Campbell Scott, and Vincent D'Onofrio

Synopsis

After she discovers that her boyfriend has betrayed her, Hilary O'Neil is looking for a new start and a new job. She begins to work as a private nurse for a young man suffering from blood cancer. Slowly, they fall in love, but they always know their love cannot last because he is destined to die.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 20, 1991 34 years ago
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Runtime 1h 51m 111 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (479 votes)
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Budget $18M Production budget
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Box Office $82.3M 4.6x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$18,000,000
Revenue
$82,264,675

Production Companies

  • 20th Century Fox
  • Fogwood Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dying Young about?

After she discovers that her boyfriend has betrayed her, Hilary O'Neil is looking for a new start and a new job. She begins to work as a private nurse for a young man suffering from blood cancer. S...

Who directed Dying Young?

Dying Young was directed by Joel Schumacher.

How long is Dying Young?

Dying Young has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).

When was Dying Young released?

Dying Young was released on June 20, 1991 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Dying Young?

The main cast of Dying Young includes Julia Roberts, Campbell Scott, Vincent D'Onofrio, Colleen Dewhurst, David Selby.

Is Dying Young worth watching?

Dying Young has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 479 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.