---
title: "The Only Thrill"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-only-thrill-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 248119
imdb_id: "tt0119837"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 103
community_rating: 5.0
vote_count: 9
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Only Thrill (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-only-thrill-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Only Thrill" (1997).
Constraints:
ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
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Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: The Only Thrill
Year: 1997
Director: Peter Masterson
Cast: Diane Keaton, Sam Shepard
Genres: Drama and Romance
Rating: R
Release Date (US): 01/04/1997
Runtime: 1h 43m
Synopsis: A small-town store owner with a comatose wife shares a long-term relationship with his seamstress.
Draft 1 (Mental Outline):
        The Only Thrill is a 1997 film directed by Peter Masterson. It is a drama and romance movie with an R rating. The film stars Diane Keaton and Sam Shepard. It was released in the United States on January 4, 1997. The runtime of the film is 1 hour and 43 minutes. The plot follows a small-town store owner who has a wife in a coma. This

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla, Fawesome | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Plex, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Peter Masterson
- **Networks / Studios**: Prestige Productions, Laureate Productions, Moonstone Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Diane Keaton** as *Carol Fritzsimmons*
- **Sam Shepard** as *Reece McHenry*
- **Diane Lane** as *Katherine Fritzsimmons*
- **Robert Patrick** as *Colonel Tom Ryan McHenry*
- **Tate Donovan** as *Eddie*
- **Sharon Lawrence** as *Joleen Quillet*
- **Stacey Travis** as *Lola Jennings*
- **Brad Leland** as *Louis Quillet*
- **Brandon Smith** as *Mike*
- **Richard Nance** as *Poker Player #1*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Only Thrill online?
The Only Thrill is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Only Thrill worth watching?
The Only Thrill holds a community rating of 5.0/10 based on 9 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Romance for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Only Thrill and when was it released?
The Only Thrill is a feature film with a runtime of 103 minutes. It was released in 1997. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Only Thrill?
The Only Thrill was directed by Peter Masterson.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Only Thrill — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/248119)
- [The Only Thrill (1997) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119837/fullcredits/)
- [The Only Thrill - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Only_Thrill)
- [The Only Thrill (1997) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/248119-the-only-thrill/cast)
- [The Only Thrill (1997) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/the-only-thrill/5788/credits/)

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