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The Benchwarmers (2006)

โ€œGet off the bench and get into the game.โ€

5.9/10 ยท 970 votes 1h 25m pg-13 Comedy

#163 of 217 films from 2006 #2387 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Dennis Dugan ยท Written by Nick Swardson, Allen Covert

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Overview

A trio of guys try and make up for missed opportunities in childhood by forming a three-player baseball team to compete against standard little league squads.

Cast

Rob Schneideras Gus
David Spadeas Richie
Jon Hederas Clark
Molly Simsas Liz
Jon Lovitzas Mel
Amaury Nolascoas Carlos
Tim Meadowsas Wayne
Nick Swardsonas Howie
Erinn Bartlettas Salad Girl / Sarah
Craig Kilbornas Jerry
John Farleyas Swimmer Boy
Bill Romanowskias Karl
Matt Weinbergas Kyle
Reggie Jacksonas Self

Facts

Release dateApril 7, 2006
Runtime85 min (1h 25m) โ€” shorter as the 2006 average of 106 min
GenresComedy
LanguageEN
Budget$33,000,000
Box office$65,000,000 (2.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt0437863

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Questions

How long is The Benchwarmers?
The Benchwarmers runs 85 minutes (1h 25m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is The Benchwarmers worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.9/10 across 970 votes, which places it #163 of 217 films released in 2006 in this index (top 25%) and #2387 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Benchwarmers?
The Benchwarmers was directed by Dennis Dugan. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Happy Gilmore (1996), Just Go with It (2011), Big Daddy (1999).
Who stars in The Benchwarmers?
Rob Schneider as Gus; David Spade as Richie; Jon Heder as Clark; Molly Sims as Liz; Jon Lovitz as Mel; Amaury Nolasco as Carlos.
What is The Benchwarmers rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Benchwarmers?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/9763.

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