50/50
Seen it?2011 | 100 min | Comedy, Drama
Saturday SpecialWhy it’s a Saturday Special
It earned strong reviews (93% on Rotten Tomatoes), it drew serious awards attention and it made about 5 times its budget. A strong pick for the weekend.
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.
- The mood
- Funny with heart.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 40 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
Inspired by a true story, a comedy centered on a 27-year-old guy who learns of his cancer diagnosis and his subsequent struggle to beat the disease.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
93% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
7.2 out of 10
- AwardsStrong
Won 1 Independent Spirit Award: Independent Spirit Awards: Best First Screenplay. Also nominated for 2 Golden Globes, 1 Critics' Choice Award and 1 WGA Award. Plus 11 other awards.
- Box office & staying powerStrong
$39 million worldwide on a $8 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 269K people sought it out in the past year, and interest is climbing
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Cast & crew
Directed by Jonathan Levine
- Joseph Gordon-LevittAdam Lerner
- Seth RogenKyle Hirons
- Anna KendrickKatherine McKay
- Bryce Dallas HowardRachael
- Anjelica HustonDiane Lerner
- Serge HoudeRichard Lerner
- Philip Baker HallAlan
- Matt FrewerMitch
- Andrew AirlieDr. Ross
- Peter KelamisPhil