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Punch-Drunk Love (2002)

“I have a love in my life. It makes me stronger than anything you can imagine.”

7.1/10 · 2,879 votes 1h 36m r ComedyRomanceDrama

#39 of 154 films from 2002 #701 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson · Written by Paul Thomas Anderson

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Overview

A socially awkward and volatile small business owner meets the love of his life after being threatened by a gang of scammers.

Cast

Adam Sandleras Barry Egan
Emily Watsonas Lena Leonard
Philip Seymour Hoffmanas Dean Trumbell
Luis Guzmánas Lance
Mary Lynn Rajskubas Elizabeth Egan
Robert Smigelas Walter the Dentist
Jason Andrewsas Operator Carter (voice)
Don McManusas Plastic (voice)
David Schrempfas Customer #1
Seann Conwayas Customer #2
Rico Buenoas Rico
Hazel Maillouxas Rhonda
Karen Kilgariffas Anna (voice)
Julie Hermelinas Kathleen

Facts

Release dateOctober 11, 2002
Runtime96 min (1h 36m) — about the same as the 2002 average of 106 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$25,000,000
Box office$24,665,649 (1.0× budget)
IMDbtt0272338

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Questions

How long is Punch-Drunk Love?
Punch-Drunk Love runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Is Punch-Drunk Love worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.1/10 across 2,879 votes, which places it #39 of 154 films released in 2002 in this index (top 75%) and #701 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Punch-Drunk Love?
Punch-Drunk Love was directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: There Will Be Blood (2007), Magnolia (1999), Boogie Nights (1997).
Who stars in Punch-Drunk Love?
Adam Sandler as Barry Egan; Emily Watson as Lena Leonard; Philip Seymour Hoffman as Dean Trumbell; Luis Guzmán as Lance; Mary Lynn Rajskub as Elizabeth Egan; Robert Smigel as Walter the Dentist.
What is Punch-Drunk Love rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Punch-Drunk Love?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/23187.

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