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Why Stop Now? 2012

“A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Rehab.”

★ 5.4/10 · 111 votes R ComedyDrama Released
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What is Why Stop Now??

Why Stop Now? is a 2012 American comedy-drama film.

Type
Film
Year
2012
Status
Released
Runtime
88 minutes
Release date
Aug 17, 2012
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Revenue
$2,400
Genres
Comedy, Drama
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82 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.2/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.4/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Comedy #Drama
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Why Stop Now? is a 2012 American comedy-drama film. The production was written and directed by Phil Dorling and Ron Nyswaner. The film features a cast that includes Jesse Eisenberg, Melissa Leo, and Tracy Morgan. It has a runtime of one hour and twenty-eight minutes and received an R rating. The story follows a college piano prodigy who attempts to check his mother into a rehabilitation facility. During this process, he is taken hostage by his mother’s drug dealer. This event leads the protagonist to be swept along on a wild adventure. The film was released in the United States on August 17, 2012. It is categorized under the genres of comedy and drama. The project is documented across various film databases, including The Movie Database, IMDb, and Moviefone, which provide information regarding its cast and crew. The film is also known by the tagline A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Rehab.

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“A gripping exploration of comedy and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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Why Stop Now? is currently available to watch or stream on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

Is Why Stop Now? worth watching?

Why Stop Now? holds a community rating of 5.4/10 based on 111 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie Why Stop Now? and when was it released?

Why Stop Now? is a feature film with a runtime of 88 minutes. It was released in 2012. Release status: Released.

Who directed Why Stop Now??

Why Stop Now? was directed by Phil Dorling, Ron Nyswaner.

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