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The Myth of the American Sleepover

Seen it?

2011 | 96 min | Romance, Comedy, Drama

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (81% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and a lukewarm 6.0 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 1 hr 36 min.
What might put you off
Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

Four young people navigate the suburban wonderland of metro-Detroit looking for love and adventure on the last weekend of summer.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    81% on Rotten Tomatoes, 67 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.0 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerWeak

    $41K worldwide on a $30K budget

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 66K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by David Robert Mitchell

  • Claire SlomaMaggie
  • Marlon MortonRob Salvati
  • Amanda BauerClaudia
  • Brett JacobsenScott Holland
  • Nikita RamseyAdy Abbey
  • Jade RamseyAnna Abbey
  • Amy SeimetzJulie Higgins
  • Megan BooneKerri Sullivan
  • Annette DeNoyerBeth
  • Wyatt McCallumMarcus