The Matchmaker (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1997, The Matchmaker is a comedy and romance film directed by Mark Joffe, running about 97 minutes. “A comedy for the incurably unromantic.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Marcy, a worker in the reelection campaign of bumbling Senator John McGlory, is sent to Ireland on a quest to find the Irish ancestry of Sen. McGlory, to help him win the Irish vote. But when Marcy arrives in the small village of Ballinagra, she finds herself in the middle of a matchmaking festival, and the local matchmaker is determined to pair her off with one of the local bachelors.
Who’s in it. The Matchmaker stars Janeane Garofalo as Marcy Tizard, David O'Hara as Sean Kelly, Denis Leary as Nick and Milo O’Shea as Dermot O'Brien, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Matchmaker has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Matchmaker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Matchmaker tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Matchmaker (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Matchmaker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Matchmaker worth watching?
- The Matchmaker holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Matchmaker?
- The Matchmaker stars Janeane Garofalo, David O'Hara, Denis Leary, Milo O’Shea and Jay O. Sanders.
- When was The Matchmaker released?
- The Matchmaker was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.