Knocked Up

Name: Knocked Up
Genre: Comedy, Romance, Drama
Released: 2007-06-01
Cast: Seth Rogen, Katherine Heigl, Paul Rudd, Leslie Mann, Jason Segel

2007 | 129 min | Comedy, Romance, Drama

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (90% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it made about 7 times its budget, 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 romantics and anyone who wants a laugh. 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 2 hr 9 min.
What might put you off: Rated R: expect drug use and sex.
Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

A slacker and a career-driven woman accidentally conceive a child after a one-night stand. As they try to make the relationship work, they must navigate the challenges of parenthood and their differences in lifestyle and maturity.

How it earned its rating

CriticsStrong
90% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesBelow par
6.3 out of 10
AwardsNot counted
Awards data unavailable, so this isn't counted
Box office & staying powerStrong
$220 million worldwide on a $30 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 440K people sought it out in the past year