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The Proposal (2009)

โ€œHere comes the bribe...โ€

7.2/10 ยท 7,801 votes 1h 48m pg-13 ComedyRomanceDrama

#60 of 242 films from 2009 #600 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Anne Fletcher ยท Written by Peter Chiarelli

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Overview

When she learns she's in danger of losing her visa status and being deported, overbearing book editor Margaret Tate forces her put-upon assistant, Andrew Paxton, to marry her.

Cast

Sandra Bullockas Margaret Tate
Ryan Reynoldsas Andrew Paxton
Malin Akermanas Gertrude
Craig T. Nelsonas Joe Paxton
Mary Steenburgenas Grace Paxton
Betty Whiteas Grandma Annie
Denis O'Hareas Mr. Gilbertson
Oscar Nuรฑezas Ramone
Aasif Mandvias Bob Spaulding
Michael Nourias Chairman Bergen
Gregg Edelmanas Lead Counsel Malloy
Michael Mosleyas Chuck
Dale Placeas Jim McKittrick
Alicia Huntas Coffee Barista

Facts

Release dateJune 2, 2009
Runtime108 min (1h 48m) โ€” about the same as the 2009 average of 105 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$40,000,000
Box office$317,400,000 (7.9ร— budget)
IMDbtt1041829

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Questions

How long is The Proposal?
The Proposal runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Is The Proposal worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.2/10 across 7,801 votes, which places it #60 of 242 films released in 2009 in this index (top 76%) and #600 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Proposal?
The Proposal was directed by Anne Fletcher. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Hocus Pocus 2 (2022), Step Up (2006), Dumplin' (2018).
Who stars in The Proposal?
Sandra Bullock as Margaret Tate; Ryan Reynolds as Andrew Paxton; Malin Akerman as Gertrude; Craig T. Nelson as Joe Paxton; Mary Steenburgen as Grace Paxton; Betty White as Grandma Annie.
What is The Proposal rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Proposal?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/45972.

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