Failure to Launch 2006
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56 Reviews
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Gummy
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SplatAt 35, Tripp has an interesting job, a hip car, a passion for sailing, an active dating life, and a great house - trouble is, he still lives with his parents, Al and Sue, who are not happy about it. Al and Sue are fascinated when friends whose adult son has recently moved away from home reveal they hired an expert to help. In desperation to push Tripp out of the nest once and for all, Al and Sue hatch a plan to hire Paula, an "interventionist," who has a formula in these cases.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Tripp
as Paula
as Kit
as Ace
as Demo
as Al
as Sue
as Jeffrey
as Melissa
as Gun Salesman
Director:
Writer:
Tom J. Astle, Matt Ember
Stars:
Matthew McConaughey, Sarah Jessica Parker, Zooey Deschanel, Justin Bartha, Bradley Cooper, Terry Bradshaw, Kathy Bates, Tyrel Jackson Williams, Katheryn Winnick, Rob Corddry,
Genres:
Romance,Comedy
Release Date:
2006 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
97 min
MMPA Rating:
PG-13
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
Failure to Launch
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
TJA
ME
Cast
as Tripp
as Paula
as Kit
as Ace
as Demo
as Al
as Sue
as Jeffrey
as Melissa
as Gun Salesman
as Techie Guy
as Bud
as Bev
as Mr. Axelrod
as Veterinarian
as Boatyard Couple
as Boatyard Couple
as BBQ Guest
as BBQ Guest
as BBQ Guest
as Pizza Waitress
as Girl at Pizza Joint
as Girl at Pizza Joint
as Guy at Pizza Joint
as Guy at Pizza Joint
as Taco Waitress
as Basketball Player
as Basketball Player
as Gun Salesman #2
as Yoga Teacher
as Loving Couple
as Loving Couple
as Monkey (uncredited)
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