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Failure to Launch (2006)

โ€œTo leave the nest, some men just need a little push.โ€

5.9/10 ยท 1,867 votes 1h 37m pg-13 ComedyRomance

#162 of 217 films from 2006 #2368 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Tom Dey ยท Written by Tom J. Astle, Matt Ember

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Overview

At 35, Tripp has an interesting job, a hip car, a passion for sailing, an active dating life, and a great house - trouble is, he still lives with his parents, Al and Sue, who are not happy about it. Al and Sue are fascinated when friends whose adult son has recently moved away from home reveal they hired an expert to help. In desperation to push Tripp out of the nest once and for all, Al and Sue hatch a plan to hire Paula, an "interventionist," who has a formula in these cases.

Cast

Matthew McConaugheyas Tripp
Sarah Jessica Parkeras Paula
Zooey Deschanelas Kit
Justin Barthaas Ace
Bradley Cooperas Demo
Terry Bradshawas Al
Kathy Batesas Sue
Tyrel Jackson Williamsas Jeffrey
Katheryn Winnickas Melissa
Patton Oswaltas Techie Guy
Rob Corddryas Gun Salesman
Stephen Tobolowskyas Bud
Kate McGregor-Stewartas Bev
Adam Alexi-Malleas Mr. Axelrod

Facts

Release dateMarch 10, 2006
Runtime97 min (1h 37m) โ€” about the same as the 2006 average of 106 min
GenresComedy, Romance
LanguageEN
Budget$50,000,000
Box office$130,224,158 (2.6ร— budget)
IMDbtt0427229

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Questions

How long is Failure to Launch?
Failure to Launch runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Is Failure to Launch worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.9/10 across 1,867 votes, which places it #162 of 217 films released in 2006 in this index (top 26%) and #2368 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Failure to Launch?
Failure to Launch was directed by Tom Dey. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Shanghai Noon (2000), Showtime (2002), Marmaduke (2010).
Who stars in Failure to Launch?
Matthew McConaughey as Tripp; Sarah Jessica Parker as Paula; Zooey Deschanel as Kit; Justin Bartha as Ace; Bradley Cooper as Demo; Terry Bradshaw as Al.
What is Failure to Launch rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Failure to Launch?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/3625.

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