Adam (2009): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Adam is a 2009 comedy drama directed by Max Mayer, starring Hugh Dancy, Rose Byrne and Peter Gallagher. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes and earned $3 million worldwide. Critics gave it 56 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 39m (99 min)
- Director
- Max Mayer
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Fox Searchlight Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Adam About?
The premise of Adam without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A sheltered man's routine is disrupted when he meets Beth, a free-spirited and worldly woman. Their unlikely romance blossoms as they explore a connection that challenges their different perspectives and backgrounds. As they navigate their relationship, they encounter misunderstandings and must confront the complexities of bridging two distinct worlds in search of a deeper understanding.
Adam Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- asperger's syndrome
- neighbor
- autism
- window washing
- fired from a job
- imitation
- cereal
- suit
- chinese
- hale bopp comet
- flower
- grand central station
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- looking at oneself in a mirror
- new york city
- purchase
- preschool
- sweeping
- schoolteacher
- telling a joke
- toymaker
- play
- cell phone
- bashing head into a mirror
- slamming one's head into a mirror
- african american
- watching tv
- book
- disability
- central park manhattan new york city
- hugging
- city park
- shy man
- sex scene
- apartment
- writer
- author
- electrical engineer
- moving
- engineer
- school
- lawyer
- trial
- astronomy
- accountant
- foreplay
- cracked mirror
- present
- message
- looking for work
- job application
Adam Cast
Hugh Dancy leads the cast, with Rose Byrne and Peter Gallagher. Directed by Max Mayer.
- Director Max Mayer
Adam Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Adam 56 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10.
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IMDb 7.1 /10
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Metacritic 56 Metascore
User score 7.7
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TMDB 68% User score
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Adam Plot Summary
What happens in Adam from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Romance can be a landscape riddled with risks, confusions, and the challenges of miscommunication – and for Adam, life is indeed a testament to this struggle. In this charming romantic comedy, Hugh Dancy takes on the role of Adam, a striking yet enigmatic young man who has spent his life sheltered from the world. Everything shifts dramatically when he crosses paths with his new neighbor, Beth – played by Rose Byrne, a captivating and sophisticated woman who inspires him to step outside his comfort zone.
Full summary
The whole story of Adam, scene by scene
Adam Box Office
Adam grossed $3 million worldwide. $2.3 million came from the US and Canada and $759,777 (25%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$3M
- US & Canada
- $2.3M
- International
- $759.8K
Adam Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Adam.
How Well Do You Know Adam?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who plays the role of Adam in the movie?
Cars in Adam
8 cars on screen, including the 1994 GMC Vandura and the 2008 Mazda Tribute.
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2008 Mazda Tribute Important role -
1999 Ford Crown Victoria Minor role -
1996 Ford Taurus Background role
Adam Also Known As
8 alternative titles, including “Láska ze sousedství” and “Adam - Eine Geschichte über zwei Fremde. Einer etwas merkwürdiger als der Andere”.
- Also known as
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- Láska ze sousedství
- Adam - Eine Geschichte über zwei Fremde. Einer etwas merkwürdiger als der Andere
- Adam.
- Адам
- 아담
- 亚当
- Adamas
- אדם
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Adam FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Adam, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Adam?
Adam runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).
When was Adam released?
Adam was released on July 29, 2009.
Who directed Adam?
Adam was directed by Max Mayer.
More films by Max Mayer Who is in the cast of Adam?
Adam stars Hugh Dancy, Rose Byrne and Peter Gallagher.
How much did Adam make at the box office?
Adam grossed $3 million worldwide ($2.3 million domestic, $759,777 international).
How is Adam rated?
Adam has 7.1/10 on IMDb, 56 on Metacritic and 68% on TMDB.
Does Adam have a post-credit scene?
No. Adam has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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