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40 Days and 40 Nights (2002)

โ€œEasier said than done.โ€

5.5/10 ยท 1,268 votes 1h 34m r ComedyRomance

#144 of 154 films from 2002 #2699 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Michael Lehmann ยท Written by Rob Perez

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Overview

Matt Sullivan's last big relationship ended in disaster and ever since his heart's been aching and his commitment's been lacking. Then came Lent, that time of year when everybody gives something up. That's when Matt decides to go where no man's gone before and make a vow: No sex. Whatsoever. For 40 straight days. At first he has everything under control. That is until the woman of his dreams, Erica, walks into his life.

Cast

Josh Hartnettas Matt Sulivan
Shannyn Sossamonas Erica Sutton
Paulo Costanzoas Ryan
Vinessa Shawas Nicole
Maggie Gyllenhaalas Sam
Adam Treseas John Sullivan
Griffin Dunneas Jerry Anderson
Emmanuelle Vaugieras Susie
Lorin Heathas Diana
Aaron Trainoras Walter
Glenn Fitzgeraldas Chris
Barry Newmanas Walter Sullivan
Mary Grossas Bev Sullivan
Monet Mazuras Candy

Facts

Release dateMarch 1, 2002
Runtime94 min (1h 34m) โ€” shorter as the 2002 average of 106 min
GenresComedy, Romance
LanguageEN
Budget$17,000,000
Box office$95,146,283 (5.6ร— budget)
IMDbtt0243736

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Questions

How long is 40 Days and 40 Nights?
40 Days and 40 Nights runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Is 40 Days and 40 Nights worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.5/10 across 1,268 votes, which places it #144 of 154 films released in 2002 in this index (top 7%) and #2699 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed 40 Days and 40 Nights?
40 Days and 40 Nights was directed by Michael Lehmann. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Heathers (1989), Airheads (1994), Because I Said So (2007).
Who stars in 40 Days and 40 Nights?
Josh Hartnett as Matt Sulivan; Shannyn Sossamon as Erica Sutton; Paulo Costanzo as Ryan; Vinessa Shaw as Nicole; Maggie Gyllenhaal as Sam; Adam Trese as John Sullivan.
What is 40 Days and 40 Nights rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for 40 Days and 40 Nights?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/27861.

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