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The Upside of Anger

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2005 | 118 min | Comedy, Drama

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (75% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a lukewarm 6.3 out of 10 from audiences. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved The Station Agent or The Big Chill, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Funny with heart, emotional (bring tissues).
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 58 min.
What might put you off
Rated R: meant for adults.

After her husband runs off with his secretary, Terry Wolfmeyer is left to fend for herself -- and her four daughters. As she hits rock bottom, Terry finds a friend and drinking buddy in next-door neighbor Denny, a former baseball player. As the two grow closer, and her daughters increasingly rely on Denny, Terry starts to have reservations about where their relationship is headed.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    75% on Rotten Tomatoes, 63 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.3 out of 10

  • AwardsBelow par

    Nominated for 2 Critics' Choice Awards.

  • Box office & staying powerSolid

    $28 million worldwide on a $12 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 76K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Mike Binder

  • Joan AllenTerry Wolfmeyer
  • Kevin CostnerDenny Davies
  • Erika ChristensenAndy Wolfmeyer
  • Keri RussellEmily Wolfmeyer
  • Alicia WittHadley Wolfmeyer
  • Evan Rachel WoodPopeye Wolfmeyer
  • Mike BinderAdam 'Shep' Goodman
  • Tom HarperDavid Junior
  • Dane ChristensenGordon Reiner
  • Danny WebbGrey Wolfmeyer