While You Were Sleeping (1995)

6.8PG103 minDirector: Jon Turteltaub

1995 film by Jon Turteltaub

While You Were Sleeping is a 1995 American romantic comedy film directed by Jon Turteltaub and written by Daniel G. Sullivan and Fredric Lebow. It stars Sandra Bullock as Lucy, a Chicago Transit Authority token collector, and Bill Pullman as Jack, the brother of a man whose life she saves. Other major cast members include Peter Gallagher as Peter, the man who is saved; Peter Boyle and Glynis Johns as members of Peter's family; and Jack Warden as a long-time family friend and neighbor.

The film was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $182 million worldwide. Bullock and Pullman received praise for their performances. Bullock also garnered a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Comedy or Musical.

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What is While You Were Sleeping about?
While You Were Sleeping (1995) — Nursing a secret and hopeless crush on the handsome commuter who passes her booth every day, the charming loner and Chicago "L" ticket seller, Lucy, is about to have a second chance at love. During one seemingly ordinary Christmas shift, Lucy witnesses the object of her desire fa
Is While You Were Sleeping based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is While You Were Sleeping scary?
Content rating: PG. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.
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