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Better Than Chocolate

1999Movie1 h 41 minR

DramaRomance
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.1Metacritic59–Rotten Tomatoes46%78%
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.1Metacritic59–Rotten Tomatoes46%78%

Summary

Not long after moving into her own place, Maggie finds herself with two unsolicited roommates: her recently divorced mother, Lila, and her young brother.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Party vibe

Skip it if

  • You're watching with family

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Not for scares or brutality.

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Cast

13 of 13

Crew

Directed by
Anne Wheeler
Written by
Peggy Thompson
Produced by
Sharon McGowan
Music by
Graeme Coleman

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Facts

July 8, 1999 · 1 h 41 min · R

Released
July 8, 1999
Runtime
1 h 41 min
Age rating
R
Content
Sexual Content
Genres
Drama, Romance, Comedy
Original language
English
Made in
Canada
Available in
6 countries

Tropes

Drives Like Crazy, Fan Disservice, Insult Backfire +9

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Better Than Chocolate?"

Questions about Better Than Chocolate

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Better Than Chocolate?

Plex

In the United States, Better Than Chocolate is free with ads on Plex. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 3 other countries.

Is Better Than Chocolate worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes 46%, and Metacritic 59). Audiences rate it higher (70 out of 100) than critics (53).

Is Better Than Chocolate good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightParty Vibe

Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Will Better Than Chocolate make me laugh?

Light

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

What tropes does Better Than Chocolate use?

Drives Like CrazyFan DisserviceInsult BackfireHeteronormative CrusaderInterrupted IntimacyTransparent ClosetBut Not Too BiThe Immodest OrgasmMs. FanserviceIntimate ArtistryLipstick LesbianCoolest Club Everand 17 more

TV Tropes lists 29 tropes for it, including Drives Like Crazy, Fan Disservice, and Insult Backfire.