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Friends with Kids (2012)

โ€œLove. Happiness. Kids. Pick two.โ€

5.9/10 ยท 501 votes 1h 40m r ComedyRomanceDrama

#180 of 233 films from 2012 #2398 of 2891 in comedy

Directed by Jennifer Westfeldt ยท Written by Jennifer Westfeldt

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Overview

In the wake of their friends' marriages and eventual offspring, longtime pals Julie and Jason decide to have a child together without becoming a couple. By becoming "time-share" parents, they reason, they can experience the joys of parenthood without significantly curbing their personal freedom. However, when Julie and Jason both become involved with others, they discover that they secretly harbor romantic feelings for each other.

Cast

Adam Scottas Jason Fryman
Jennifer Westfeldtas Julie Keller
Jon Hammas Ben
Maya Rudolphas Leslie
Chris O'Dowdas Alex
Kristen Wiigas Missy
Megan Foxas Mary Jane
Lee Bryantas Elaine Keller
Kelly Bishopas Marcy Fryman
Cotter Smithas Phil Fryman
Nina Lafargaas Penelope
Vince Nappoas Businessman / Julie's Date
Derek Cecilas Pete
Katie Fosteras Girl in Office / Jule's Assistant

Facts

Release dateMarch 9, 2012
Runtime100 min (1h 40m) โ€” about the same as the 2012 average of 103 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Box office$12,186,625
IMDbtt1720616

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Questions

How long is Friends with Kids?
Friends with Kids runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Is Friends with Kids worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.9/10 across 501 votes, which places it #180 of 233 films released in 2012 in this index (top 23%) and #2398 among 2891 comedy titles.
Who directed Friends with Kids?
Friends with Kids was directed by Jennifer Westfeldt.
Who stars in Friends with Kids?
Adam Scott as Jason Fryman; Jennifer Westfeldt as Julie Keller; Jon Hamm as Ben; Maya Rudolph as Leslie; Chris O'Dowd as Alex; Kristen Wiig as Missy.
What is Friends with Kids rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Friends with Kids?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/11851.

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