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Friends with Kids

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2012 | 100 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Weeknight Watch

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With a lukewarm 5.9 out of 10 from audiences and soft box office, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

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 Carnal Knowledge or Manhattan, start here.
The mood
Funny with heart, romantic.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 40 min.
What might put you off
Rated R: meant for adults.

In the wake of their friends' marriages and eventual offspring, longtime pals Julie and Jason decide to have a child together without becoming a couple. By becoming "time-share" parents, they reason, they can experience the joys of parenthood without significantly curbing their personal freedom. However, when Julie and Jason both become involved with others, they discover that they secretly harbor romantic feelings for each other.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsSolid

    67% on Rotten Tomatoes, 55 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    5.9 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $12 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 56K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Jennifer Westfeldt

  • Adam ScottJason Fryman
  • Jennifer WestfeldtJulie Keller
  • Jon HammBen
  • Maya RudolphLeslie
  • Chris O'DowdAlex
  • Kristen WiigMissy
  • Megan FoxMary Jane
  • Lee BryantElaine Keller
  • Kelly BishopMarcy Fryman
  • Cotter SmithPhil Fryman