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A new comedy! - Whatever Works
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Title: Whatever Works

Release Date: 19 Jun 2009

Runtime: 1h 32m

Genre: Comedy, Romance

Director: Wild Bunch, Gravier Productions, Perdido Productions

Production Companies: Wild Bunch, Gravier Productions, Perdido Productions

Overview: Whatever Works explores the relationship between a crotchety misanthrope, Boris and a naïve, impressionable young runaway from the south, Melody. When Melody's uptight parents arrive in New York to rescue her, they are quickly drawn into wildly unexpected romantic entanglements. Everyone discovers that finding love is just a combination of lucky chance and appreciating the value of "whatever works."

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Ratings

Average Vote: 7.089 (1741 votes)

Cast

  • Boris Yellnikoff: Larry David
  • Melodie St. Ann Celestine: Evan Rachel Wood
  • Joe - Boris' Friend #3: Michael McKean
  • Leo Brockman: Conleth Hill
  • Marietta: Patricia Clarkson
  • John: Ed Begley Jr.
  • Jessica: Carolyn McCormick
  • Randy James: Henry Cavill
  • Perry: John Gallagher Jr.
  • Howard: Christopher Evan Welch
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