What genre is Whatever Works?

Whatever Works is categorised as Comedy, Romance.

Who stars in Whatever Works?

Henry Cavill, Patricia Clarkson, Evan Rachel Wood, Conleth Hill, Michael McKean appear in the main cast.

Who directed Whatever Works?

Woody Allen directed Whatever Works.

How long is Whatever Works?

Whatever Works runs for 1h 32m (92 minutes).

Is Whatever Works worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 7.1/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch Whatever Works?

Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

Whatever Works (2009)

Name: Whatever Works
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Released: 2009
Duration: 92 min
Cast: Henry Cavill, Patricia Clarkson, Evan Rachel Wood, Conleth Hill, Michael McKean

Movie 1h 32m ★ 7.1/10

Good for tonight if you want to: make me laugh, i want to feel something

Comedy Romance

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Whatever Works is a comedy and romance movie from 2009. It is directed by Woody Allen. The cast includes Henry Cavill, Patricia Clarkson and Evan Rachel Wood. The running time is 1h 32m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.1 out of 10.

Synopsis

Whatever Works explores the relationship between a crotchety misanthrope, Boris and a naïve, impressionable young runaway from the south, Melody. When Melody's uptight parents arrive in New York to rescue her, they are quickly drawn into wildly unexpected romantic entanglements. Everyone discovers that finding love is just a combination of lucky chance and appreciating the value of "whatever works."

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Questions about Whatever Works

What genre is Whatever Works?: Whatever Works is categorised as Comedy, Romance.
Who stars in Whatever Works?: Henry Cavill, Patricia Clarkson, Evan Rachel Wood, Conleth Hill, Michael McKean appear in the main cast.
Who directed Whatever Works?: Woody Allen directed Whatever Works.
How long is Whatever Works?: Whatever Works runs for 1h 32m (92 minutes).
Is Whatever Works worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 7.1/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch Whatever Works?: Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.