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Sideways

2009Movie2 h 4 min

ComedyRomance
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.6Rotten Tomatoes–50%
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.6Rotten Tomatoes–50%

Summary

A struggling writer and his engaged buddy hit the road for California wine country.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Comfort watch

Where to watch

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Not for scares, brutality or adrenaline.

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Cast

9 of 9

Crew

Directed by
Cellin Gluck
Written by
Alexander Payne, Takayuki Uesugi, Rex Pickett
Produced by
Chihiro Kameyama, Kazutoshi Wadakura, Grant Gilmore
Music by
Jake Shimabukuro

Everyone

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Facts

October 31, 2009 · 2 h 4 min · Strong Language, Sexual Content, Drug Use

Released
October 31, 2009
Runtime
2 h 4 min
Content
Strong Language, Sexual Content, Drug Use
Genres
Comedy, Romance
Original language
Japanese
Also spoken
English
Made in
Japan, United States
Available in
9 countries

Tropes

Noodle Incident, Berserk Button, Wine Is Classy +9

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Sideways?"

Questions about Sideways

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Sideways?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Sideways from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is Sideways worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51 (IMDb 5.6).

Is Sideways good for date night?

and 1 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing Safe

Yes: romance is 8 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Will Sideways make me laugh?

Very funny

Yes, a lot: the humor is mostly situational comedy (9 of 10) and sharp wit (9 of 10).

Is Sideways in English?

JapaneseEnglish

No, it was made in Japanese, with some English.

What tropes does Sideways use?

Noodle IncidentBerserk ButtonWine Is ClassyTrailers Always SpoilThe AlcoholicWhat Does She See in Him?Handsome LechWoman ScornedNaughty by NightBeware the Nice OnesNasal TraumaCreator Cameoand 95 more

TV Tropes lists 107 tropes for it, including Noodle Incident, Berserk Button, and Wine Is Classy.