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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Dave C

I'd seen this eons ago... not one that stuck in my head, evidently. I liked it, but it leans more towards the sycophantically sentimental and emotionally immature bromance. Some genuinely funny moments, still.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

09/14/25

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Ben S

From a man's perspective who moved to a new city without knowing anyone, this is unbelievably relatable. A true classic full of one-liners that highlights that special bond between two male heterosexual best friends. One of those movies I can't help but watch every-time I see it on.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/18/25

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Zack I.

I’d see it this time or I’d see it another time.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

07/15/25

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Daniel N

One of my all time favourite movies. An easy to watch, good fun, bro-mantic, feel good comedy. The chemistry between Paul Rudd and Jason Segel is phenomenal. Sydney Fyfe is a breath of fresh air that every guy needs in their life.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/26/25

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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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John Hamburg

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Peter Klaven

Jason Segel

Sydney Fife

Rashida Jones

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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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