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Duplex (2003)

โ€œAlex and Nancy finally found their dream home...and then they moved in.โ€

6.1/10 ยท 1,820 votes 1h 29m pg-13 Comedy

#111 of 156 films from 2003 #2138 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Danny DeVito ยท Written by Larry Doyle

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Overview

When a young couple buys their dream home, they have no idea what the sweet little old lady upstairs is going to put them through!

Cast

Ben Stilleras Alex Rose
Drew Barrymoreas Nancy Kendricks
Eileen Essellas Mrs. Connelly
Harvey Fiersteinas Kenneth
Justin Therouxas Coop
Swoosie Kurtzas Jean
Jackie Sandleras Bartender
Robert Wisdomas Officer Dan
James Remaras Chick
Wallace Shawnas Herman
Amber Vallettaas Celine
Maya Rudolphas Tara
Cheryl Bartelas Ginger
Cheryl Kleinas Ginger

Facts

Release dateSeptember 26, 2003
Runtime89 min (1h 29m) โ€” shorter as the 2003 average of 107 min
GenresComedy
LanguageEN
Budget$40,000,000
Box office$19,322,135 (0.5ร— budget)
IMDbtt0266489

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Questions

How long is Duplex?
Duplex runs 89 minutes (1h 29m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Duplex worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.1/10 across 1,820 votes, which places it #111 of 156 films released in 2003 in this index (top 29%) and #2138 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Duplex?
Duplex was directed by Danny DeVito. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Matilda (1996), The War of the Roses (1989), Throw Momma from the Train (1987).
Who stars in Duplex?
Ben Stiller as Alex Rose; Drew Barrymore as Nancy Kendricks; Eileen Essell as Mrs. Connelly; Harvey Fierstein as Kenneth; Justin Theroux as Coop; Swoosie Kurtz as Jean.
What is Duplex rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Duplex?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/6515.

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