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Breakin' All the Rules

2004Movie1 h 25 minPG-13

ComedyRomance
41
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb5.6Metacritic46–Rotten Tomatoes32%57%

A romantic, hopeful comedy movie about everyday modern life.

Good for date night · friends night · party vibe

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Story

When it comes to getting dumped... he wrote the book.

After being dumped by his model girlfriend, aspiring writer Quincy Watson quits his job and is inspired to pen the ultimate how-to book on breaking up. When it becomes a smash bestseller, he starts giving his player cousin, Evan, choice tips on how to win the battle of the sexes. But when Evan's beautiful girlfriend Nikki gets wind of the plan, it's these players that end up getting played.

Feels like

  • Romantic Comedy
  • Dating Advice
  • Relationship Dynamics
  • Player vs. Relationships
  • Quirky Humor
  • Contemporary Setting
  • Lighthearted
  • Situational Comedy
  • Breakup Strategies

Cast

18 of 18

Crew

Directed by
Daniel Taplitz
Written by
Daniel Taplitz
Produced by
Lisa Tornell
Music by
Marcus Miller

Everyone

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Facts

May 14, 2004 · 1 h 25 min · PG-13

Released
May 14, 2004
Runtime
1 h 25 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Sexual Content, Strong Language
Genres
Comedy, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$10 million
Box office
$13 million
Available in
73 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Breakin' All the Rules?"

Questions about Breakin' All the Rules

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Where can I stream Breakin' All the Rules?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Breakin' All the Rules from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. It streams in 10 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is Breakin' All the Rules worth watching?

41
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41 (IMDb 5.6, Rotten Tomatoes 32%, and Metacritic 46). Audiences rate it higher (57 out of 100) than critics (39).

Is Breakin' All the Rules okay for kids?

PG-13Sexual contentStrong language

Not for young kids: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for sexual content and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Will Breakin' All the Rules make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly situational comedy (7 of 10) and sharp wit (6 of 10).

Is Breakin' All the Rules good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightParty Vibe

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.