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The Perfect Man (2005)

โ€œIs it all too good to be true?โ€

6.2/10 ยท 829 votes 1h 40m pg ComedyRomanceDramaFamily

#130 of 184 films from 2005 #2090 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Mark Rosman ยท Written by Gina Wendkos, Katherine Torpey, Heather Robinson, Michael McQuown

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Overview

Holly is tired of moving every time her mom Jean breaks up with yet another second-rate guy. To distract her mother from her latest bad choice, Holly conceives the perfect plan for the perfect man, an imaginary secret admirer who will romance Jean and boost her self-esteem.

Cast

Hilary Duffas Holly Hamilton
Heather Locklearas Jean Hamilton
Chris Nothas Ben Cooper
Mike O'Malleyas Lenny Horton
Ben Feldmanas Adam Forrest
Vanessa Lengiesas Amy Pearl
Caroline Rheaas Gloria
Kym Whitleyas Dolores
Aria Wallaceas Zoe Hamilton
Michelle Noldenas Amber
Carson Kressleyas Lance
Curtis Fletcheras Wedding Usher
Maggie Castleas Wichita Girl
James McGowanas Jean's Suitor

Facts

Release dateJune 17, 2005
Runtime100 min (1h 40m) โ€” about the same as the 2005 average of 106 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Drama, Family
LanguageEN
IMDbtt0380623

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Questions

How long is The Perfect Man?
The Perfect Man runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Is The Perfect Man worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.2/10 across 829 votes, which places it #130 of 184 films released in 2005 in this index (top 30%) and #2090 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Perfect Man?
The Perfect Man was directed by Mark Rosman. Other well-rated titles by the same director: A Cinderella Story (2004).
Who stars in The Perfect Man?
Hilary Duff as Holly Hamilton; Heather Locklear as Jean Hamilton; Chris Noth as Ben Cooper; Mike O'Malley as Lenny Horton; Ben Feldman as Adam Forrest; Vanessa Lengies as Amy Pearl.
What is The Perfect Man rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Perfect Man?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/90306.

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