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Man of the House (2005)

“Protecting witnesses is a challenge. Living with them is impossible.”

5.8/10 · 517 votes 1h 40m pg-13 ActionComedy

#151 of 184 films from 2005 #1886 of 2168 in action

Directed by Stephen Herek · Written by John J. McLaughlin, Robert Ramsey, Matthew Stone, Scott Lobdell

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Overview

Texas Ranger Roland Sharp is assigned to protect the only witnesses to the murder of a key figure in the prosecution of a drug kingpin -- a group of University of Texas cheerleaders. Sharp must now go undercover as an assistant cheerleading coach and move in with the young women.

Cast

Tommy Lee Jonesas Ranger Roland Sharp
Cedric the Entertaineras Percy Stevens
Christina Milianas Anne
Paula Garcésas Teresa
Monica Keenaas Evie
Vanessa Ferlitoas Heather
Kelli Garneras Barbara 'Barb' Thompson
Anne Archeras Professor Molly McCarthy
Brian Van Holtas Agent Eddie Zane
Shea Whighamas Ranger Holt
Terry Dale Parksas Ranger Riggs
R. Lee Ermeyas Captain Nichols
Paget Brewsteras Binky
Shannon Woodwardas Emma Sharp

Facts

Release dateFebruary 25, 2005
Runtime100 min (1h 40m) — about the same as the 2005 average of 106 min
GenresAction, Comedy
LanguageEN
Budget$40,000,000
Box office$21,577,624 (0.5× budget)
IMDbtt0331933

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Questions

How long is Man of the House?
Man of the House runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Is Man of the House worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.8/10 across 517 votes, which places it #151 of 184 films released in 2005 in this index (top 18%) and #1886 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Man of the House?
Man of the House was directed by Stephen Herek. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989), Rock Star (2001), The Mighty Ducks (1992).
Who stars in Man of the House?
Tommy Lee Jones as Ranger Roland Sharp; Cedric the Entertainer as Percy Stevens; Christina Milian as Anne; Paula Garcés as Teresa; Monica Keena as Evie; Vanessa Ferlito as Heather.
What is Man of the House rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Man of the House?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/20401.

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