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When We First Met (2018)

โ€œAll he needs is a second chance... to be her first choice.โ€

6.6/10 ยท 2,390 votes 1h 37m pg-13 ComedyFantasyRomance

#181 of 328 films from 2018 #1438 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Ari Sandel ยท Written by John Whittington

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Overview

Using a magical photo booth that sends him back in time, Noah relives the night he met Avery over and over, trying to persuade her to fall for him.

Cast

Adam Devineas Noah Ashby
Alexandra Daddarioas Avery Martin
Shelley Hennigas Carrie Grey
Andrew Bacheloras Max
Robbie Amellas Ethan
Dean J. Westas Phil
Tony Cavaleroas Angus Young
Delfeayo Marsalisas Danny
Daryn Kahnas Drunk Hulk
Peter Jaymes Jr.as Chad
Martin Bats Bradfordas Devon
Noureen DeWulfas Margo
Chelsea Brulandas Mary
Adam Hensleeas Amos

Facts

Release dateFebruary 8, 2018
Runtime97 min (1h 37m) โ€” shorter as the 2018 average of 107 min
GenresComedy, Fantasy, Romance
LanguageEN
Budget$10,000,000
IMDbtt5783956

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Questions

How long is When We First Met?
When We First Met runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Is When We First Met worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 2,390 votes, which places it #181 of 328 films released in 2018 in this index (top 45%) and #1438 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed When We First Met?
When We First Met was directed by Ari Sandel. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The DUFF (2015), Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween (2018).
Who stars in When We First Met?
Adam Devine as Noah Ashby; Alexandra Daddario as Avery Martin; Shelley Hennig as Carrie Grey; Andrew Bachelor as Max; Robbie Amell as Ethan; Dean J. West as Phil.
What is When We First Met rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for When We First Met?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/35914.

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