Vada Sultenfuss is obsessed with death. Her mother is dead, and her father runs a funeral parlor. She is also in love with her English teacher, and joins a poetry class over the summer just to impress him. Thomas J., her best friend, is "allergic to everything", and sticks with Vada despite her hangups. When Vada's father hires Shelly, and begins to fall for her, things take a turn to the worse...

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My Girl (1991)

When your Dad's an undertaker, your Mom's in heaven, and your Grandma's got a screw loose...it's good to have a friend who understands you. Even if he is a boy.

★ 7.4/10 November 21, 1991 103 min

ComedyDrama

Director: Howard Zieff  ·  Writer: Laurice Elehwany

Vada Sultenfuss is obsessed with death. Her mother is dead, and her father runs a funeral parlor. She is also in love with her English teacher, and joins a poetry class over the summer just to impress him. Thomas J., her best friend, is "allergic to everything", and sticks with Vada despite her hangups. When Vada's father hires Shelly, and begins to fall for her, things take a turn to the worse...

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Howard Zieff Howard Zieff

Cast

Anna Chlumsky Anna Chlumsky Vada Sultenfuss Macaulay Culkin Macaulay Culkin Thomas J. Sennett Dan Aykroyd Dan Aykroyd Harry Sultenfuss Jamie Lee Curtis Jamie Lee Curtis Shelly DeVoto Richard Masur Richard Masur Phil Sultenfuss Griffin Dunne Griffin Dunne Mr. Jake Bixler Ann Nelson Ann Nelson Gramoo Sultenfuss Peter Michael Goetz Peter Michael Goetz Dr. Welty Jane Hallaren Jane Hallaren Nurse Randall Anthony R. Jones Anthony R. Jones Arthur Tom Villard Tom Villard Justin Lara Steinick Lara Steinick Ronda

User Reviews (2)

RalphRahal
RalphRahal February 15, 2025
★ 7/10

*My Girl* (1991) is one of those movies that lingers long after the credits roll. At its core, it's a coming-of-age story that beautifully captures childhood innocence, friendship, and the tough lessons that come with growing up. The plot unfolds naturally, taking its time to let you connect with the characters, making the emotional moments hit even harder. It balances lighthearted humor with deeper themes without ever feeling forced, making it more than just a typical family drama. The directing by Howard Zieff keeps everything grounded, allowing the story to breathe and feel real. The cinematography leans into a nostalgic, warm aesthetic that perfectly complements the film's tone. There's a sense of comfort in the way it's shot, almost like flipping through old childhood memories. The script feels natural, with dialogue that flows effortlessly, making the characters feel genuine rat…

JJ Rosales
JJ Rosales October 24, 2026
★ 7/10

Just got back from the gym maxing out on the bench, turned this on while drinking my protein powder and eating my $15 chipotle bowl. I couldn't finish my bowl and choked on my protein powder because I was sobbing when she said "HE CAN'T SEE WITHOUT HIS GLASSES".... Eff you Culkin...