Behind-the-Scenes Moments from the 1996 Film ‘One Fine Day’ Featuring George Clooney and Michelle Pfeiffer
The 1996 romantic comedy ‘One Fine Day’ starred George Clooney and Michelle Pfeiffer as two single parents navigating a chaotic day in New York City. The film, shot across 44 locations in Manhattan including Central Park and Bethesda Terrace, faced production challenges such as Clooney filming a key scene while intoxicated and suffering a broken orbital eye socket during a basketball game with crew members. Pfeiffer, who served as an executive producer through her company Via Rosa Productions, played an active role in casting and shaping the project. Clooney, transitioning from TV stardom in ‘ER’ to film, noted that auditioning for this role was the last time he had to read for a part. The film’s premiere was moved to a rushed Christmas release, opening to only $4 million and losing to ‘Beavis and Butt-Head Do America’ at the box office. Despite initial commercial disappointment, the film has since become a nostalgic staple of 1990s rom-coms. The article features 28 vintage photographs from the set, capturing behind-the-scenes moments of the actors and production.
