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Whatever Works(2009)
Status: Released
Date: 2009-06-19
71%
1746 Votes
Time: 1h 32m
A new comedy!
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."
Languages: English.
Countries:
France,
United States of America
Budget: $15,000,000.00
Revenue: $36,020,534.00
ProductionCompanies: 
Gravier Productions
Perdido Productions
Movie: Whatever Works
Top 10 Billed Cast
Larry David
Boris Yellnikoff
Evan Rachel Wood
Melodie St. Ann Celestine
Michael McKean
Joe - Boris' Friend #3
Conleth Hill
Leo Brockman
Patricia Clarkson
Marietta
Ed Begley Jr.
John
Carolyn McCormick
Jessica
Henry Cavill
Randy James
John Gallagher Jr.
Perry
Christopher Evan Welch
Howard
Video Trailer Whatever Works
Video: Official Trailer
Official Trailer
Larry David and Carolyn McCormick - Official Clip
Larry David and Even Rachel Wood - Official Clip
Larry David and Marcis Debonis - Official Clip
Official Clip
Patricia Clarkson and Even Rachel Wood - Official Clip
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Larry David and Carolyn McCormick - Official Clip - Clip
Larry David and Even Rachel Wood - Official Clip - Clip
Larry David and Marcis Debonis - Official Clip - Clip
Official Clip - Clip
Patricia Clarkson and Even Rachel Wood - Official Clip - Clip
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