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Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008)

โ€œYou lose some, you get some.โ€

6.5/10 ยท 3,718 votes 1h 51m r ComedyRomanceDrama

#118 of 219 films from 2008 #1552 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Nicholas Stoller ยท Written by Jason Segel

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Overview

When actress Sarah Marshall dumps aspiring musician Peter Bretter for rock star Aldous Snow, Peter's world comes crashing down. His best friend Brian suggests that Peter should get away from everything and to fly off to Hawaii to escape all his problems. After arriving in Hawaii and meeting the beautiful receptionist Rachel Jansen, Peter is shocked to see not only Aldous in Hawaii, but also Sarah.

Cast

Jason Segelas Peter Bretter
Kristen Bellas Sarah Marshall
Mila Kunisas Rachel Jansen
Russell Brandas Aldous Snow
Bill Haderas Brian Bretter
Jonah Hillas Matthew Van Der Wyk
Liz Cackowskias Liz Bretter
Jack McBrayeras Darald
Maria Thayeras Wyoma
Paul Ruddas Chuck
Jason Batemanas Animal Instincts Detective
William Baldwinas Detective Hunter Rush
Kristen Wiigas Yoga Instructor
Da'Vone McDonaldas Dwayne

Facts

Release dateApril 17, 2008
Runtime111 min (1h 51m) โ€” about the same as the 2008 average of 104 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$30,000,000
Box office$105,173,115 (3.5ร— budget)
IMDbtt0800039

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Questions

How long is Forgetting Sarah Marshall?
Forgetting Sarah Marshall runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Is Forgetting Sarah Marshall worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 3,718 votes, which places it #118 of 219 films released in 2008 in this index (top 47%) and #1552 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Forgetting Sarah Marshall?
Forgetting Sarah Marshall was directed by Nicholas Stoller. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Storks (2016), Bros (2022), Neighbors (2014).
Who stars in Forgetting Sarah Marshall?
Jason Segel as Peter Bretter; Kristen Bell as Sarah Marshall; Mila Kunis as Rachel Jansen; Russell Brand as Aldous Snow; Bill Hader as Brian Bretter; Jonah Hill as Matthew Van Der Wyk.
What is Forgetting Sarah Marshall rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Forgetting Sarah Marshall?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/12558.

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