Failure to Launch(2006)
“To leave the nest, some men just need a little push.”
Overview
At 35, Tripp has an interesting job, a hip car, a passion for sailing, an active dating life, and a great house - trouble is, he still lives with his parents, Al and Sue, who are not happy about it. Al and Sue are fascinated when friends whose adult son has recently moved away from home reveal they hired an expert to help. In desperation to push Tripp out of the nest once and for all, Al and Sue hatch a plan to hire Paula, an "interventionist," who has a formula in these cases.
Director
Tom Dey
Studio
Failure to Launch Productions
Budget
$50M
Revenue
$130M
Cast
Matthew McConaughey
as Tripp
Sarah Jessica Parker
as Paula
Zooey Deschanel
as Kit
Justin Bartha
as Ace
Bradley Cooper
as Demo
Terry Bradshaw
as Al
Kathy Bates
as Sue
Tyrel Jackson Williams
as Jeffrey
Katheryn Winnick
as Melissa
Rob Corddry
as Gun Salesman
Patton Oswalt
as Techie Guy
Stephen Tobolowsky
as Bud
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2006
Runtime
1h 37m
Language
English
Rating
5.8 / 10
Budget
$50M
Box Office
$130M
Production Companies
Failure to Launch Productions • Paramount Pictures • Scott Rudin Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Failure to Launch?▼
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What is Failure to Launch about?▼
At 35, Tripp has an interesting job, a hip car, a passion for sailing, an active dating life, and a great house - trouble is, he still lives with his parents, Al and Sue, who are not happy about it. Al and Sue are fascinated when friends whose adult son has recently moved away from home reveal they hired an expert to help. In desperation to push Tripp out of the nest once and for all, Al and Sue hatch a plan to hire Paula, an "interventionist," who has a formula in these cases.
Who directed Failure to Launch?▼
Failure to Launch was directed by Tom Dey and released in 2006. It is a romance, comedy film.
How long is Failure to Launch?▼
Failure to Launch has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
Who stars in Failure to Launch?▼
The cast of Failure to Launch includes Matthew McConaughey as Tripp, Sarah Jessica Parker as Paula, Zooey Deschanel as Kit, Justin Bartha as Ace, Bradley Cooper as Demo and more.
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