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The Rewrite

2014·Movie
1h 47min·PG-13

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Big heart, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace4
  • Tension3
  • Violence3

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody4

World

Everyday modern life, family, and show business

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

A comedy about getting on the same page.

An Oscar-winning writer in a slump leaves Hollywood to teach screenwriting at a college on the East Coast, where he falls for a single mom taking classes there.
Romantic ComedyFeel-Good MovieShowbizEast Coast SettingCharacter-DrivenRelationship DynamicsHeartwarmingQuirky

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Rewrite legally?

The Rewrite is included with a subscription to Hulu and Philo in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and Plex. 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 Rewrite worth watching?

59
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 67%, and Metacritic 51). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Rewrite rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is The Rewrite?

1 h 47 min

The Rewrite runs 1 h 47 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Rewrite?

Critics59
Audiences59

Yes. Critics average 59 and audiences 59 out of 100, so both groups see The Rewrite much the same way.

What language is The Rewrite in?

EnglishFrench

It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Rewrite?

42ADARATAUBEBRBYBZCACHCLCOCZDE+28

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Rewrite in 42 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Rewrite use?

Papa WolfGothSo My Kids Can WatchCasting GagHenpecked HusbandSerial Numbers Filed OffManly TearsDaddy IssuesHer Code Name Was "Mary Sue"Misaimed FandomOne-Hit WonderHot for Teacherand 2 more

TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for The Rewrite, including Papa Wolf, Goth, So My Kids Can Watch.