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Man Up (2015)
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Man Up (2015)

Genre
Romance, Comedy
Release Date
November 13, 2015
Studio
Saban Films
Official Site
http://www.facebook.com/ManUpFilm
Genre
Romance, Comedy
Release Date
November 13, 2015
MPAA Rating
R
Duration
88 minute(s)
Production Budget
-
Studio
Saban Films
Official Site
http://www.facebook.com/ManUpFilm
Director
Ben Palmer
Producer
James Biddle, Nira Park
Screenwriter
Tess Morris
Starring
  • Lake Bell as Nancy
  • Simon Pegg as Jack
  • Olivia Williams as Hilary
  • Rory Kinnear
  • Stephen Campbell Moore
  • Sharon Horgan
  • Harriet Walter
  • Ken Stott

In this charmingly chaotic romantic comedy directed by Ben Palmer, thirty-four-year-old Nancy (played by Lake Bell) is navigating the treacherous waters of singledom, weighed down by her parents' constant nagging and a string of disappointing dates. After a disastrous evening, she impulsively picks up a self-help book titled "Man Up," only to find herself mistaken for a blind date by the charming and recently divorced Jack (played by Simon Pegg). Rather than correcting the mix-up, Nancy decides to embrace the lie, diving headfirst into a whirlwind night of unexpected connection and awkwardly hilarious encounters across London. As their chemistry grows, so does the pressure of her deception, especially when she discovers that Jack's ex-wife (played by Olivia Williams) and her own friends are closer to the truth than she realizes. With a sharp script from Tess Morris, the film balances genuine warmth with cringe-worthy comedy, exploring themes of self-acceptance and taking risks. Featuring a stellar supporting cast including Rory Kinnear and Sharon Horgan, this 88-minute ride is a witty and heartfelt exploration of whether a single, impulsive decision can lead to real love.