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About Schmidt

R20022h 5mAlexander Payne
IMDb 7.2 · Rotten Tomatoes 86% · Metacritic 85

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"Schmidt Happens."

A 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.

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Husband Wife RelationshipWeddingChannel SurfingMulletSpiritual JourneyLife ChangingPioneer VillageFamily Gathering

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Frequently asked questions

What is About Schmidt (2002) about?

A 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.

Who stars in About Schmidt?

About Schmidt stars Jack Nicholson (Warren Schmidt), Kathy Bates (Roberta Hertzel), Hope Davis (Jeannie Schmidt), Dermot Mulroney (Randall Hertzel), June Squibb (Helen Schmidt). The film was directed by Alexander Payne.

How long is About Schmidt?

About Schmidt has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 2002. It is rated R.

Is About Schmidt worth watching?

About Schmidt holds an IMDb rating of 7.2/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 86. Fans of Drama, Comedy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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