

Waiting to Exhale
- Comedy
- Drama
- Romance
Cheated on, mistreated and stepped on, the women are holding their breath, waiting for the elusive "good man" to break a string of less-than-stellar lovers. Friends and confidants Vannah, Bernie, Glo and Robin talk it all out, determined to find a better way to breathe.
Waiting to Exhale is a 1995 comedy-drama about four African American women navigating friendship, love, and relationships while seeking better romantic partners. The film follows Vannah, Bernie, Glo, and Robin as they support each other through heartbreak and personal growth. Released in December 1995, it remains a cultural landmark in romantic comedy cinema.
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Wide release in United States · Rated R
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Whitney HoustonSavannah
Angela BassettBernadine
Loretta DevineGloria
Lela RochonRobin
Gregory HinesMarvin
Dennis HaysbertKenneth
Mykelti WilliamsonTroy
Michael BeachJohn, Sr.
LeonRussell
Wendell PierceMichael
Donald FaisonTarik
Jeffrey D. SamsLionel
Jazz RaycoleOnika
Brandon HammondJohn, Jr.
Kenya MooreDenise

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Waiting to Exhale — frequently asked
When was Waiting to Exhale released?
Waiting to Exhale premiered on December 22, 1995.
What is Waiting to Exhale about?
The film follows four female friends as they navigate relationships, betrayal, and personal empowerment while searching for genuine love and respect from their partners.
Where can I watch Waiting to Exhale?
Waiting to Exhale is available on various streaming platforms and rental services; availability varies by region and subscription service.
Is Waiting to Exhale based on a book?
Yes, the film is based on Terry McMillan's 1992 novel of the same name, which she also adapted for the screenplay.














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