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Ruby Sparks (2012)

โ€œShe's Out Of His Mind.โ€

7.1/10 ยท 1,839 votes 1h 44m r ComedyFantasyRomanceDrama

#52 of 232 films from 2012 #688 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Jonathan Dayton, Valerie Faris ยท Written by Zoe Kazan

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Overview

Calvin is a young novelist who achieved phenomenal success early in his career but is now struggling with his writing โ€“ as well as his romantic life. Finally, he makes a breakthrough and creates a character named Ruby who inspires him. When Calvin finds Ruby, in the flesh, sitting on his couch about a week later, he is completely flabbergasted that his words have turned into a living, breathing person.

Cast

Paul Danoas Calvin
Zoe Kazanas Ruby
Chris Messinaas Harry
Annette Beningas Gertrude
Antonio Banderasas Mort
Alia Shawkatas Mabel
Deborah Ann Wollas Lila
Steve Cooganas Langdon Tharp
Elliott Gouldas Dr. Rosenthal
Aasif Mandvias Cyrus Modi
Toni Trucksas Susie
Eleanor Seigleras Mandi
John F. Beachas Adam
Jane Anne Thomasas Saskia

Facts

Release dateJuly 25, 2012
Runtime104 min (1h 44m) โ€” about the same as the 2012 average of 103 min
GenresComedy, Fantasy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$8,000,000
Box office$9,368,803 (1.2ร— budget)
IMDbtt1839492

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Questions

How long is Ruby Sparks?
Ruby Sparks runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Is Ruby Sparks worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.1/10 across 1,839 votes, which places it #52 of 232 films released in 2012 in this index (top 78%) and #688 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Ruby Sparks?
Ruby Sparks was directed by Jonathan Dayton, Valerie Faris. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Little Miss Sunshine (2006), The Invite (2026), Battle of the Sexes (2017).
Who stars in Ruby Sparks?
Paul Dano as Calvin; Zoe Kazan as Ruby; Chris Messina as Harry; Annette Bening as Gertrude; Antonio Banderas as Mort; Alia Shawkat as Mabel.
What is Ruby Sparks rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Ruby Sparks?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/16130.

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