Monday Morning Maybe

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The Story of Us

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1999 | 96 min | Drama, Comedy, Romance

Monday Morning Maybe

Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe

With just 25% on Rotten Tomatoes, a lukewarm 6.1 out of 10 from audiences and soft box office, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.

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

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for romantics and anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Crazy, Stupid, Love. or The Magnificent Ambersons, start here.
The mood
Funny with heart, romantic.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 36 min.
What might put you off
Rated R: meant for adults.

After 15 years of marriage, Katie and her husband, Ben, have grown apart. While they keep up the facade of having a contented marriage, mostly to not worry their children, they aren't happy together and argue frequently. While the kids are away at camp, Katie and Ben decide to separate and try to reassess their relationship to see if they should stay together or split up for good. 

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsWeak

    25% on Rotten Tomatoes, 37 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.1 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $59 million worldwide on a $50 million budget

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 169K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Rob Reiner

  • Bruce WillisBen Jordan
  • Michelle PfeifferKatie Jordan
  • Rob ReinerStan Kogen
  • Colleen RennisonErin Jordan (at Ten)
  • Jake SandvigJosh Jordan (at Twelve)
  • Julie HagertyLiza
  • Rita WilsonRachel Kogen
  • Paul ReiserDave
  • Red ButtonsArnie Jordan
  • Betty WhiteLillian Jordan