Reception
For Richer or Poorer was a box office disappointment, earning $32.7 million on an estimated budget of $35 million. Reviews of the film were mainly negative. It currently holds a 15% approval rating at Rotten Tomatoes based on 20 reviews (3 positive, 17 negative). Roger Ebert gave the film 2 out of 4 stars. Regarding the film and Tim Allen and Kirstie Alley's performances he stated: "I admired their sheer professionalism. The plot is a yawner... But they succeed somehow in bringing a certain charm to their scenes, and they never miss with a laugh line."
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