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Whatever Works

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 (1781 votes)
  • Budget: $15,000,000
  • Revenue: $36,020,534
  • Production Companies: Wild Bunch, Gravier Productions, Perdido Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.9039
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Larry David

Larry David

as Boris Yellnikoff

Evan Rachel Wood

Evan Rachel Wood

as Melodie St. Ann Celestine

Michael McKean

Michael McKean

as Joe - Boris' Friend #3

Conleth Hill

Conleth Hill

as Leo Brockman

Patricia Clarkson

Patricia Clarkson

as Marietta

Ed Begley Jr.

Ed Begley Jr.

as John

Carolyn McCormick

Carolyn McCormick

as Jessica

Henry Cavill

Henry Cavill

as Randy James

John Gallagher Jr.

John Gallagher Jr.

as Perry

Christopher Evan Welch

Christopher Evan Welch

as Howard

Gallery

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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

External Links

Keywords

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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 1781 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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