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Life As We Know It

2010·Movie
1h 54min·PG-13
48
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.5Metacritic395.6Rotten Tomatoes29%61%
IMDb6.5Metacritic395.6Rotten Tomatoes29%61%

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Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline3
  • Tension3

Heart

Deeply romantic and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Everyday modern life and family

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

A comedy about taking it one step at a time.

After a disastrous first date for caterer Holly and network sports director Messer, all they have in common is a dislike for each other and their love for their goddaughter Sophie. But when they suddenly become all Sophie has in this world, Holly and Messer must set their differences aside. Juggling careers and social calendars, they'll have to find common ground while living under the same roof.
Romantic ComedyFamily-CentricUnlikely CaretakersContemporary RomanceFeel-Good MovieCharacter-DrivenSituational HumorHeartwarming Story

Crew

Directed by:
Greg Berlanti, Michael Lerman, Alicia Accardo
Written by:
Ian Deitchman, Kristin Rusk Robinson
Produced by:
Katherine Heigl, John Papsidera, Bruce Berman
Composed by:
Blake Neely, Blake Neely, Ron Bartlett

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Life As We Know It

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Life As We Know It legally?

HBO Max

Life As We Know It is included with a subscription to HBO Max 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 Life As We Know It worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 29%, and Metacritic 39). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Life As We Know It rated?

PG-13

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

How long is Life As We Know It?

1 h 54 min

Life As We Know It runs 1 h 54 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Life As We Know It?

Critics34
Audiences61

Not quite. Audiences rate Life As We Know It higher (61) than critics (34). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Life As We Know It a box office hit?

Budget$38 million
Box office$106 million

Yes. It cost about $38 million to make and earned $106 million worldwide, 2.8 times its budget.

What language is Life As We Know It in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Life As We Know It?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Life As We Know It in 111 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Life As We Know It use?

Romantic False LeadManchildUptight Loves WildDead Star WalkingBetty and VeronicaChildren Raise YouRom Com JobWho Will Take The Kids?Eating the Eye CandyNice GuyMr. FanserviceParenting the Husbandand 5 more

TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for Life As We Know It, including Romantic False Lead, Manchild, Uptight Loves Wild.