Emma's Wish (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1998, Emma's Wish is a comedy, fantasy and tv movie film directed by Mike Robe, running about 106 minutes. “Second chances can come in mysterious ways.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A lonely retirement home resident obtains a magical ring on her 75th birthday which grants her wish to again be young. Awakening the next morning she finds herself to be 40 years old again. She leaves the home and takes a position as a housekeeper for her daughter, who does not recognize her.
Who’s in it. Emma's Wish stars Joanna Kerns as Emma Bridges-Mame, Della Reese as Mona Washburn, Harley Jane Kozak as Joy Bridges-Bookman (adult) and Ashley Edner as Joy Bridges-Bookman (young), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Emma's Wish has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Emma's Wish page.
If you liked it. Fans of Emma's Wish tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Emma's Wish (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Emma's Wish change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Emma's Wish worth watching?
- Emma's Wish holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Emma's Wish?
- Emma's Wish stars Joanna Kerns, Della Reese, Harley Jane Kozak, Ashley Edner and William R. Moses.
- When was Emma's Wish released?
- Emma's Wish was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.