
Whatever Works
A new comedy!
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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Movie Details
- Original Title: Whatever Works
- Genres: Comedy, Romance
- Release Date: 2009-06-19
- Runtime: 92 minutes
- Rating: 7.1/10 (1773 votes)
- Budget: $15,000,000
- Revenue: $36,020,534
- Production Companies: Wild Bunch, Gravier Productions, Perdido Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.368
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Larry David
as Boris Yellnikoff

Evan Rachel Wood
as Melodie St. Ann Celestine

Michael McKean
as Joe - Boris' Friend #3

Conleth Hill
as Leo Brockman

Patricia Clarkson
as Marietta

Ed Begley Jr.
as John

Carolyn McCormick
as Jessica

Henry Cavill
as Randy James

John Gallagher Jr.
as Perry

Christopher Evan Welch
as Howard
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Trailers & Clips
Patricia Clarkson and Even Rachel Wood - Official Clip
Larry David and Carolyn McCormick - Official Clip
Larry David and Even Rachel Wood - Official Clip
Larry David and Marcis Debonis - Official Clip
Official Trailer
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whatever Works?▼
Whatever Works is a Comedy, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 2009-06-19.
Who are the main actors in Whatever Works?▼
The main cast includes Larry David, Evan Rachel Wood, Michael McKean, Conleth Hill, Patricia Clarkson, .
Where can I watch Whatever Works online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Whatever Works is available.
Is Whatever Works based on a true story?▼
A new comedy!
What is the IMDb rating of Whatever Works?▼
Whatever Works has an IMDb rating of 7.1/10 based on 1773 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Whatever Works?▼
The movie had a production budget of $15,000,000 and earned $36,020,534 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Whatever Works?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Wild Bunch, Gravier Productions, Perdido Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Whatever Works filmed?▼
Whatever Works was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Whatever Works?▼
The total runtime of Whatever Works is 92 minutes.
Is Whatever Works suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Whatever Works?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Whatever Works.
Does Whatever Works have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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