I Love You, Man

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I Love You, Man

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Released Mar 20, 2009

1h 45m

Comedy

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As his wedding day approaches, Peter Klaven (Paul Rudd) realizes he has no one to act as his best man. Through a series of "man-dates," he finds Sydney Fife (Jason Segel), and the pair become instant friends. But as Peter's "bro-mance" with Sydney grows stronger, it threatens his relationship with his fiancee (Rashida Jones), forcing Peter to make a choice.

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Critics Consensus

I Love You, Man makes the most of its simple premise due to the heartfelt and hilarious performances of Paul Rudd and Jason Segel.

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Paul Brunick

Film Comment Magazine

[T]his unpretentious crowd-pleaser is still punchy enough to send packed theaters reeling in riotous laughter.

Oct 20, 2014

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Paul Byrnes

Sydney Morning Herald

[Segel's] performance here is loose and confident and very attractive. His star is rising.

Rated: 3.5/5

Jun 12, 2009

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Jake Wilson

The Age (Australia)

Rudd ... is perfectly cast -- no actor this side of Hugh Grant is more comfortable getting flustered.

Rated: 3/5

Jun 12, 2009

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

I Love You, Man administers a welcomed sense of authenticity that will keep you reflecting on its appeal long after leaving the theater.

Rated: 3.5/4

Dec 2, 2023

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

The plot offers virtually no surprises, and its formulaic approach to a fairly unique perspective on the awkward humor of male bonding doesn't help the film's impact.

Rated: 5/10

Nov 28, 2020

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Richard Propes

TheIndependentCritic.com

A feel-good flick that both men and women will enjoy.

Rated: 3.0/4.0

Sep 11, 2020

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Audience Member

I didn't like it. Its just not for me...

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

06/05/25

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Faiz D

Man, I effin' loved this.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

05/13/25

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Alexander T

I love you, man is such a great film. It is very funny and entertaining the whole way through.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

05/04/25

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Dani G

Better than expected. Funny in a moderate way, not abusing with the forced jokes

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

03/25/25

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Kate D

I understand that the two main male characters are supposed to be anonymous but Sydneys character is fully unenjoyable and unrealistic. The most satisfying part is when we see that all of Syndeys friends have moved on with their lives and he is still stuck in adolescence.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

01/14/25

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Samuel W

A really hilarious film where Paul Rudd is trying to figure out his first real friendship with Jason Segel’s character. The entire film is absolute chaos in the most heartwarming kind of way and has a whole lot of colorful characters that are recognizable such as Andy Samberg, Jon Favreau, Joe Lo Truglio, Rashida Jones, and many more. The movie feels fun and upbeat, not taking itself seriously since it is a ridiculous premise, and made the friendship between the two main characters feel genuine and amazing even despite their huge differences. The movie overall just feels good to watch and had some really fun moments throughout.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/01/25

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John Hamburg

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Peter Klaven

Jason Segel

Sydney Fife

Rashida Jones

Zooey

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Andy Samberg

Robbie Klaven

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Synopsis

As his wedding day approaches, Peter Klaven (Paul Rudd) realizes he has no one to act as his best man. Through a series of "man-dates," he finds Sydney Fife (Jason Segel), and the pair become instant friends. But as Peter's "bro-mance" with Sydney grows stronger, it threatens his relationship with his fiancee (Rashida Jones), forcing Peter to make a choice.

Director: John Hamburg
Producer: Donald De Line, John Hamburg
Screenwriter: John Hamburg, Larry Levin
Distributor: Paramount Pictures, DreamWorks SKG
Production Co: De Line Pictures, Montecito Picture Company
Rating: R (Pervasive Language|Crude References|Sexual References)
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 20, 2009, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 1, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA): $71.3M
Runtime: 1h 45m

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