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Beautiful Girls

Seen it?

1996 | 112 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (79% on Rotten Tomatoes). 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 Carnal Knowledge, 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 52 min.
What might put you off
Rated R: meant for adults.

During a snowy winter in the small fictional town of Knight's Ridge, Massachusetts, a group of lifelong buddies hang out, drink and struggle to connect with the women who affect their decisions, dreams and desires.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    79% on Rotten Tomatoes, 65 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.7 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerSolid

    $27 million worldwide on a $16 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 142K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Ted Demme

  • Timothy HuttonWillie Conway
  • Matt DillonTommy "Birdman" Rowland
  • Noah EmmerichMichael "Mo" Morris
  • Annabeth GishTracy Stover
  • Lauren HollyDarian Smalls
  • Uma ThurmanAndera
  • Mira SorvinoSharon Cassidy
  • Michael RapaportPaul Kirkwood
  • Rosie O'DonnellGina Barrisano
  • Pruitt Taylor VinceStanley "Stinky" Womack