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Pipe Dream

2002Movie1 h 31 minR

ComedyRomance
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.0Metacritic58–Rotten Tomatoes72%30%

A campy comedy movie about show business and everyday modern life, with standout performances and dialogue.

Good for date night · friends night · binge-friendly

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Story

A lonely plumber poses as a movie director to meet women, and the writer whose script he's stolen builds on his ruse to get her movie made.

Feels like

  • Meta-Cinematic Satire
  • Showbiz Farce
  • Witty Dialogue-Driven
  • Cringe Comedy
  • Romantic Subplot
  • Industry Critique
  • Sharp Acting Ensemble
  • Self-Referential Humor
  • Fast-Paced Banter
  • Adult-Oriented Comedy

Cast

22 of 22

Crew

Directed by
John C. Walsh
Written by
John C. Walsh, Cynthia Kaplan
Produced by
Mike Curb, Carole Curb Nemoy, Sally Roy
Music by
Alex Lasarenko

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

October 4, 2002 · 1 h 31 min · R

Released
October 4, 2002
Runtime
1 h 31 min
Age rating
R
Content
Strong Language, Sexual Content
Genres
Comedy, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
27 countries

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Pipe Dream?"

Questions about Pipe Dream

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Pipe Dream worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 72%, and Metacritic 58). Critics rate it higher (65 out of 100) than audiences (45).

Will Pipe Dream make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly sharp wit (8 of 10) and situational comedy (7 of 10).

Is Pipe Dream good for date night?

and 1 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing Safe

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.