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The Proposal

2009·Movie
1h 48min·PG-13
57
DecentGoodWatch score

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Funny, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Deeply romantic and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Physical Comedy5

World

Family and everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion5

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6
  • Cinematography5

Who it's for

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Here comes the bribe...

When she learns she's in danger of losing her visa status and being deported, overbearing book editor Margaret Tate forces her put-upon assistant, Andrew Paxton, to marry her.
Classic Rom-ComEnemies-to-LoversAlaskan SettingBuddy Comedy DynamicHeartwarming Family ReconciliationStar Power ChemistryLight-hearted Workplace SatireFeel-Good RomanceCharming & PredictableComfort Viewing Staple

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Proposal

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Where can I stream The Proposal legally?

The Proposal is included with a subscription to Hulu and YouTube TV 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 Proposal worth watching?

57
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 45%, and Metacritic 48). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Proposal rated?

PG-13Strong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is The Proposal?

1 h 48 min

The Proposal runs 1 h 48 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Proposal?

Critics47
Audiences67

Not quite. Audiences rate The Proposal higher (67) than critics (47). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Proposal a box office hit?

Budget$40 million
Box office$317 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $40 million to make and earned $317 million worldwide, 7.9 times its budget.

What language is The Proposal in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Proposal?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Proposal in 106 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Proposal use?

I Want My Beloved to Be HappyNaked People Are FunnyCool Old LadyHigh-Powered Career WomanTranquil Fury"Well Done, Son" GuyBelligerent Sexual TensionYounger Than He LooksHollywood Heart AttackFunny Background EventIronyThe Illegaland 44 more

TV Tropes lists 56 storytelling tropes for The Proposal, including I Want My Beloved to Be Happy, Naked People Are Funny, Cool Old Lady.