The Change-Up 2011
“Who says men can't change?”
What is The Change-Up?
The film is about two lifelong friends who have contrasting lives. They are envious of each other's circumstances, with one friend thinking the other has a more desirable life.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2011
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 112 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 5, 2011
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Universal Pictures, Relativity Media, Original Film
- Budget
- $52,000,000
- Revenue
- $75,500,000
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
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Overview
The film is about two lifelong friends who have contrasting lives. They are envious of each other's circumstances, with one friend thinking the other has a more desirable life. This perceived difference in their lives leads to a drunken night where they express their wishes for each other's lives. The two friends then experience a sudden transformation, finding themselves in each other's bodies. The friends must navigate their new physical situations and avoid causing irreparable harm to each other's lives. The film follows their comedic struggles as they try to adjust to their new circumstances.
Should you watch it?
“Two best friends magically swap bodies and scramble to keep each other's lives intact.”
- Hilarious chemistry between Ryan Reynolds and Jason Bateman
- Fresh take on the body‑swap trope
- Sharp, adult‑oriented humor
- Relies heavily on profanity and mature jokes
- Plot can feel predictable at times
Watch it if you enjoy raunchy comedies that play with identity swapping.
The film features strong language and adult humor, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What genre does The Change‑Up belong to?
It is an American fantasy romantic comedy.
Who directed The Change‑Up?
The film was directed by David Dobkin.
Who wrote the screenplay?
The screenplay was written by Jon Lucas and Scott Moore.
Which actors play the two friends?
Ryan Reynolds and Jason Bateman star as the body‑swapped friends.
When was The Change‑Up released?
The movie was released in 2011.