What is You Can Count on Me?
You Can Count on Me is a film first released in 2000. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2000
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 111 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 3, 2000
- Studios
- Crush Entertainment, Hart-Sharp Entertainment, Cappa Productions
- Genres
- Drama
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Overview
You Can Count on Me is a film first released in 2000. Catalogued under Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A single mother’s world unravels when her estranged brother unexpectedly returns.”
- Critically acclaimed drama with strong performances
- Earned Academy Award nominations for Best Actress and Original Screenplay
- Became a sleeper hit earning $11.2 million internationally
- Its deliberate, low‑key pacing may feel slow for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate nuanced family dramas that explore complex sibling relationships.
The film’s mature emotional themes make it best suited for adult audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
When was "You Can Count on Me" released?
It was released in the United States on November 17, 2000.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film runs approximately 1 hour and 51 minutes.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.
Did the film receive any Academy Award nominations?
Yes, Laura Linney was nominated for Best Actress and Kenneth Lonergan for Best Original Screenplay at the 73rd Academy Awards.
How was the film received commercially and critically?
It became a sleeper hit, earning about $11.2 million internationally and received critical acclaim.