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The Sweetest Thing

2002·Movie
1h 24min·R
42
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb5.2Metacritic325.6Rotten Tomatoes25%64%
IMDb5.2Metacritic325.6Rotten Tomatoes25%64%

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Funny.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline4
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Romantic and hopeful

  • Romance8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

Plenty of slapstick and situational comedy

  • Physical Comedy8
  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6

World

Everyday modern life and pop culture

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

A romantic comedy without the sugar.

Christina's love life is stuck in neutral. After years of avoiding the hazards of a meaningful relationship, one night while club-hopping with her girlfriends, she meets Peter, her perfect match. Fed up with playing games, she finally gets the courage to let her guard down and follow her heart, only to discover that Peter has suddenly left town. Accompanied by Courtney, she sets out to capture the one that got away.
Raunchy Rom-ComFemale FriendshipRoad TripPop Culture ReferencesPhysical ComedyLightheartedEarly 2000sRelationship MishapsGirl Power

Crew

Directed by:
Roger Kumble, Rick Avery, Jeanne Byrd
Written by:
Nancy M. Pimental
Produced by:
Lisa Beach, Stuart M. Besser, Stuart M. Besser
Composed by:
Scott G.G. Haller, Edward Shearmur, Amanda Goodpaster

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Sweetest Thing

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Where can I stream The Sweetest Thing legally?

NetflixPhiloStarz

The Sweetest Thing is included with a subscription to Netflix, Philo, and Starz in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Sweetest Thing worth watching?

42
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43/100 (IMDb 5.2, Rotten Tomatoes 25%, and Metacritic 32). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Sweetest Thing rated?

RSexual contentStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content and strong language.

How long is The Sweetest Thing?

1 h 24 min

The Sweetest Thing runs 1 h 24 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Sweetest Thing?

Critics29
Audiences57

Not quite. Audiences rate The Sweetest Thing higher (57) than critics (29). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Sweetest Thing a box office hit?

Budget$43 million
Box office$69 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $43 million to make and earned $69 million worldwide, 1.6 times its budget.

What language is The Sweetest Thing in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Sweetest Thing?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Sweetest Thing in 121 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Sweetest Thing use?

All Women Are LustfulArtistic License – GeographyBawdy SongBigger Is Better in BedBuddy PictureButt-MonkeyThe ChikanTitle DropCringe ComedyMistaken for GayCoitus UninterruptusShout-Outand 19 more

TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for The Sweetest Thing, including All Women Are Lustful, Artistic License – Geography, Bawdy Song.