The Intern

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The Intern

PG-13

Released Sep 25, 2015

2h 1m

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Starting a new job can be a difficult challenge, especially if you're already retired. Looking to get back into the game, 70-year-old widower Ben Whittaker (Robert De Niro) seizes the opportunity to become a senior intern at an online fashion site. Ben soon becomes popular with his younger co-workers, including Jules Ostin (Anne Hathaway), the boss and founder of the company. Whittaker's charm, wisdom and sense of humor help him develop a special bond and growing friendship with Jules.

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Critics Consensus

The Intern doesn't do enough with its timely premise, but benefits from the unorthodox chemistry of its talented leads.

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Grace Manger

Bitch Media

There seemed to be a lot of value placed on male approval, something Jules spent the entire film searching for, and ultimately finding in her intern.

Feb 9, 2021

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Megan Garber

The Atlantic

There's something powerful in that, in the simple fact that The Intern is so sympathetic to its older character-so resolutely on the side of a person who might, in other contexts, be dismissed or ignored or, as is so often the case, invisible.

Jul 22, 2016

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Max Weiss

Baltimore Magazine

It's the kind of compulsively watchable film you'll be helpless to resist when it shows up on cable TV.

Rated: 2.5/4

Jun 12, 2016

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Danielle Solzman

Solzy at the Movies

The Intern runs a bit longer than it should but leads Robert De Niro and Anne Hathaway make it worthwhile--it's a film that gets better with age.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 16, 2024

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

Meyers concocts a few madcap comedy situations to break up the otherwise low-key tone.

Rated: 2.5/4

May 27, 2022

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Therese Lacson

Nerdophiles

[Where] it succeeds its charm and grace, it lacks in depth. The meat of the story can be summarized in a sentence and ends up feeling somewhat superficially emotional...

Rated: 2.5/5

Oct 9, 2021

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Walt S

A fun movie to enjoy. Clever premise.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

07/23/25

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David M.

Not usually my type of flick, and definitely of the lighter fare, but I genuinely enjoyed it.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

07/19/25

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Diego P

That ending!!! How disgusting! What just happened... ahhh... The movie is good... it represents well everything it proposes and I see that it is about how to continue life and stop worrying, it is relaxing and refreshing. But why does she forgive her husband?... She was going to lose everything for someone who is not worth it, do not misinterpret if I know that he helped her start the company taking care of the daughter they both have (something that is the responsibility of both the father and the mother... but he got over it), it is also true that... I don't know what else he did? There is the problem, there is nothing good about it... it is disappointing, it breaks its own message and it has a bittersweet taste but more bitter than sweet... if I watch it again maybe I will skip the ending.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

07/19/25

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Juan C.

The story line and scenes felt forced and predictable.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

07/17/25

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Carolina S

De Niro is so charming and heart warming in this movie. Do you found yourself feeling bad about how your life is going? Watch him, and it will fill your heart with warm, hope in life, that can be found in true friendship and caring for others! He is amazing in this character!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/17/25

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Fearless Hamburge r

In a cinematic landscape often crowded with overcomplicated plots and forced sentimentality, The Intern stands out for its simple, heartfelt narrative and surprisingly profound emotional core. Robert De Niro’s portrayal is nothing short of beautiful. What I appreciated most was how easy this film was to watch. Not in a mindless way, but in the sense that every scene felt natural, every line believable. There was no cheesy dialogue, no over-the-top emotional manipulation, Just genuine moments. The Intern is more than just a feel-good movie. It's a gentle reminder that our value doesn't disappear with age, that kindness still matters in the workplace, and that real mentorship is a two-way street.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

07/16/25

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Synopsis

Starting a new job can be a difficult challenge, especially if you're already retired. Looking to get back into the game, 70-year-old widower Ben Whittaker (Robert De Niro) seizes the opportunity to become a senior intern at an online fashion site. Ben soon becomes popular with his younger co-workers, including Jules Ostin (Anne Hathaway), the boss and founder of the company. Whittaker's charm, wisdom and sense of humor help him develop a special bond and growing friendship with Jules.

Director: Nancy Meyers
Producer: Nancy Meyers, Suzanne Farwell
Screenwriter: Nancy Meyers
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co: Waverly Films
Rating: PG-13 (Some Suggestive Content|Brief Strong Language)
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Sep 25, 2015, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 22, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $75.6M
Runtime: 2h 1m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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