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Solitary Man

Seen it?

2009 | 90 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (78% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a lukewarm 5.9 out of 10 from audiences and a box office loss. 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 romantics and anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Revolutionary Road, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Funny with heart, romantic.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 30 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated R: meant for adults.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

A car magnate watches his personal and professional life hit the skids because of his business and romantic indiscretions.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    78% on Rotten Tomatoes, 69 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    5.9 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $5 million worldwide on a $15 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 51K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Brian Koppelman, David Levien

  • Michael DouglasBen Kalmen
  • Susan SarandonNancy Kalmen
  • Danny DeVitoJimmy Marino
  • Mary-Louise ParkerJordon Karsch
  • Jenna FischerSusan Porter
  • Imogen PootsAllyson Karsch
  • Jesse EisenbergDaniel Cheston
  • Richard SchiffSteve Heller
  • Jake SicilianoScotty
  • David CostabileGary Porter