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Failure to Launch

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Movie poster for Failure to Launch (2006) directed by Kathy Bates, Matthew McConaughey, Sarah Jessica Parker, Terry Bradshaw, Tom Dey

Synopsis

"Failure to Launch" is a charming romantic comedy that follows the story of Tripp, a 35-year-old man (played by Matthew McConaughey) who still lives with his parents. Determined to finally move out on his own, his parents (played by Kathy Bates and Terry Bradshaw) hire a professional interventionist, Paula (played by Sarah Jessica Parker), to help him take the leap into adulthood. As Paula implements her unconventional tactics to push Tripp out of the nest, she soon finds herself falling for him in unexpected ways. The film explores themes of independence, personal growth, and the complexities of relationships in a light-hearted and humorous manner. With a stellar cast delivering strong performances, including Terry Bradshaw's comedic portrayal of Tripp's well-meaning but overbearing father and Kathy Bates's no-nonsense approach as his mother, "Failure to Launch" strikes a perfect balance between heartwarming moments and laugh-out-loud comedy. Get ready for a feel-good movie that will leave you rooting for love, family, and the journey towards self-discovery.

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Movie Details

Director
Kathy Bates, Matthew McConaughey, Sarah Jessica Parker, Terry Bradshaw, Tom Dey
Release Year
2006
Runtime
Runtime not available
Genre
Comedy, Romance
MPAA Rating
PG-13

Ratings & Box Office

IMDb Rating (out of 10)
Not rated
Metascore (out of 100)
47.0
Box Office
Not available

TML ScoreTop Movie List exclusive rating

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