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Waiting... (2005)

“What happens in the kitchen ends up on the plate.”

6.2/10 · 1,029 votes 1h 34m r ComedyRomance

#124 of 184 films from 2005 #2002 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Rob McKittrick · Written by Rob McKittrick

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Overview

Young employees at Shenaniganz restaurant collectively stave off boredom and adulthood with their antics.

Cast

Ryan Reynoldsas Monty
Anna Farisas Serena
Justin Longas Dean
David Koechneras Dan
Luis Guzmánas Raddimus
Chi McBrideas Bishop
John Francis Daleyas Mitch
Kaitlin Doubledayas Amy
Rob Benedictas Calvin
Alanna Ubachas Naomi
Vanessa Lengiesas Natasha
Emmanuelle Chriquias Tyla
Wendie Malickas Monty's Mom
Jordan Laddas Danielle

Facts

Release dateOctober 7, 2005
Runtime94 min (1h 34m) — shorter as the 2005 average of 106 min
GenresComedy, Romance
LanguageEN
Budget$3,000,000
Box office$18,637,690 (6.2× budget)
IMDbtt0348333

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Questions

How long is Waiting...?
Waiting... runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Is Waiting... worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.2/10 across 1,029 votes, which places it #124 of 184 films released in 2005 in this index (top 33%) and #2002 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Waiting...?
Waiting... was directed by Rob McKittrick.
Who stars in Waiting...?
Ryan Reynolds as Monty; Anna Faris as Serena; Justin Long as Dean; David Koechner as Dan; Luis Guzmán as Raddimus; Chi McBride as Bishop.
What is Waiting... rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Waiting...?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/10153.

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