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Shiva Baby (2021)

7.1/10 ยท 820 votes 1h 18m nr ComedyDrama

#85 of 248 films from 2021 #699 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Emma Seligman ยท Written by Emma Seligman

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Overview

College student Danielle must cover her tracks when she unexpectedly runs into her sugar daddy at a shiva - with her parents, ex-girlfriend and family friends also in attendance.

Cast

Rachel Sennottas Danielle
Molly Gordonas Maya
Polly Draperas Debbie
Danny Deferrarias Max
Fred Melamedas Joel
Dianna Agronas Kim
Glynis Bellas Katherine
Sondra Jamesas Maureen
Deborah Offneras Ellie
Rita Gardneras Mrs. Bronstein
Jackie Hoffmanas Susan
Vivien Landauas Roz
Cilda Shauras Sheila
Richard Brundageas Mourner #1

Facts

Release dateMarch 26, 2021
Runtime78 min (1h 18m) โ€” shorter as the 2021 average of 110 min
GenresComedy, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$250,000
Box office$359,247 (1.4ร— budget)
IMDbtt11317142

More from Emma Seligman

BottomsBottoms2023 ยท โ˜… 6.8 ยท 1h 31m

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Questions

How long is Shiva Baby?
Shiva Baby runs 78 minutes (1h 18m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Shiva Baby worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.1/10 across 820 votes, which places it #85 of 248 films released in 2021 in this index (top 66%) and #699 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Shiva Baby?
Shiva Baby was directed by Emma Seligman. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Bottoms (2023).
Who stars in Shiva Baby?
Rachel Sennott as Danielle; Molly Gordon as Maya; Polly Draper as Debbie; Danny Deferrari as Max; Fred Melamed as Joel; Dianna Agron as Kim.
What is Shiva Baby rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Shiva Baby?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/21743.

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