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Whatever Works (2009)

A new comedy!

★ 7.1/10 TMDBPG-131h 32mComedyRomance
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Overview

Whatever Works explores the relationship between a crotchety misanthrope, Boris and a naïve, impressionable young runaway from the south, Melody. When Melody's uptight parents arrive in New York to rescue her, they are quickly drawn into wildly unexpected romantic entanglements. Everyone discovers that finding love is just a combination of lucky chance and appreciating the value of "whatever works."

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Whatever Works Cast

  • Larry David

    Larry David

    as Boris Yellnikoff

  • Evan Rachel Wood

    Evan Rachel Wood

    as Melodie St. Ann Celestine

  • Michael McKean

    Michael McKean

    as Joe - Boris' Friend #3

  • Conleth Hill

    Conleth Hill

    as Leo Brockman

  • Patricia Clarkson

    Patricia Clarkson

    as Marietta

  • Ed Begley Jr.

    Ed Begley Jr.

    as John

  • Carolyn McCormick

    Carolyn McCormick

    as Jessica

  • Henry Cavill

    Henry Cavill

    as Randy James

  • John Gallagher Jr.

    John Gallagher Jr.

    as Perry

  • Christopher Evan Welch

    Christopher Evan Welch

    as Howard

  • Adam Brooks

    Adam Brooks

    as Boris' Friend #1

  • Lyle Kanouse

    Lyle Kanouse

    as Boris' Friend #2

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Where can I watch Whatever Works?

Whatever Works is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel in the US.

When was Whatever Works released?

Whatever Works came out on June 19, 2009.

Is Whatever Works worth watching?

Whatever Works holds a 7.1/10 average from 1,899 TMDB user ratings. Viewers generally enjoy it, especially fans of the genre.

How long is Whatever Works?

Whatever Works runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).

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