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Standing Room Only
Standing Room Only is an entertainment series on Home Box Office that premiered in 1976. Shows featured concerts, burlesque shows, ventriloquism programs, magic shows and more. From 1982 to 1986, a version of the "HBO in Space" program opening sequence was used to introduce the series.
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Plot Summary
A struggling actor takes a job as a stand-in for a wealthy, reclusive businessman who bears a striking resemblance to him. He soon finds himself entangled in the man's complicated life, including his affairs and business dealings, all while trying to maintain his own identity. As the lines blur between his real life and the one he's impersonating, he must navigate a series of comical and dangerous situations.
Critical Reception
Standing Room Only was not widely released and received limited critical attention. It is largely considered a minor work in the careers of its lead actors, with its humor often described as mild and predictable. Audience reception was similarly muted, with the film failing to make a significant impact upon its release.
What Reviewers Say
The film relies on a familiar mistaken identity premise.
George Hamilton's performance is noted, but not enough to elevate the material.
The comedy is generally light and lacks memorable punchlines.
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Fun Fact
The film was one of George Hamilton's early attempts at comedy in the 1980s, following his success with 'Love at First Bite' (1979).
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