About Schmidt 2002
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SplatA recently retired man embarks on a journey to his estranged daughter's wedding, only to discover more about himself and life than he ever expected.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Warren Schmidt
as Roberta Hertzel
as Jeannie Schmidt
as Randall Hertzel
as Helen Schmidt
as Larry Hertzel
as John Rusk
as Vicki Rusk
as Ray Nichols
as Duncan Hertzel
Director:
Writer:
Alexander Payne, Louis Begley, Jim Taylor
Stars:
Jack Nicholson, Kathy Bates, Hope Davis, Dermot Mulroney, June Squibb, Howard Hesseman, Harry Groener, Connie Ray, Len Cariou, Mark Venhuizen,
Genres:
Drama,Comedy
Release Date:
2002 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
125 min
MMPA Rating:
R
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
About Schmidt
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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JT
Cast
as Warren Schmidt
as Roberta Hertzel
as Jeannie Schmidt
as Randall Hertzel
as Helen Schmidt
as Larry Hertzel
as John Rusk
as Vicki Rusk
as Ray Nichols
as Duncan Hertzel
as Saundra
as Minister in Denver
as Gary Nordin - Warren's Replacement
as Randall's Best Man
as Bridesmaid Reading St. Paul
as Man Mourning Helen
as Woman Mourning Helen
as Priest in Omaha
as Dairy Queen Employee
as Frat Kid
as Other Frat Kid
as Bartender
as Tire Store Employee
as Native American Cashier
as Funeral Director
as Six-year-old Jeannie
as Twelve-year-old Jeannie
as Wedding Singer #1
as Wedding Singer #2
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