The Rewrite(2014)
“A comedy about getting on the same page.”
Overview
An Oscar-winning writer in a slump leaves Hollywood to teach screenwriting at a college on the East Coast, where he falls for a single mom taking classes there.
Director
Marc Lawrence
Studio
Castle Rock Entertainment
Revenue
$4M
Cast
Hugh Grant
as Keith Michaels
Marisa Tomei
as Holly Carpenter
Bella Heathcote
as Karen Gabney
J.K. Simmons
as Hal Lerner
Chris Elliott
as Jim Harper
Allison Janney
as Professor Weldon
Whit Baldwin
as Doug
Vanessa Wasche
as Rona
Enid Graham
as Trina
Shannon Marie Sullivan
as Sue
Jason Antoon
as Greg Nathan
Jenny Neale
as Jenny Glick
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2014
Runtime
1h 47m
Language
French
Rating
6 / 10
Box Office
$4M
Production Companies
Castle Rock Entertainment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Rewrite?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Rewrite (2014).
What is The Rewrite about?▼
An Oscar-winning writer in a slump leaves Hollywood to teach screenwriting at a college on the East Coast, where he falls for a single mom taking classes there.
Who directed The Rewrite?▼
The Rewrite was directed by Marc Lawrence and released in 2014. It is a romance, comedy film.
How long is The Rewrite?▼
The Rewrite has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
Who stars in The Rewrite?▼
The cast of The Rewrite includes Hugh Grant as Keith Michaels, Marisa Tomei as Holly Carpenter, Bella Heathcote as Karen Gabney, J.K. Simmons as Hal Lerner, Chris Elliott as Jim Harper and more.
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