Arthur Newman (2013): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Arthur Newman is a 2013 comedy drama directed by Dante Ariola, starring Colin Firth, Emily Blunt and Anne Heche. It runs 1 hour 41 minutes and earned $747,140 worldwide. Critics gave it 18% on Rotten Tomatoes and 42 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 41m (101 min)
- Director
- Dante Ariola
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Cinedigm Entertainment Group
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Arthur Newman About?
The premise of Arthur Newman without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Seeking a fresh start, Wallace Avery creates a new identity as Arthur Newman and begins a journey of self-discovery. His solitary road trip is disrupted when he meets Michaela "Mike" Fitzgerald, a woman with a mysterious past of her own. As Arthur and Mike travel together, they uncover hidden truths about themselves and each other, leading to unexpected consequences and a reshaping of their lives and destinies.
Arthur Newman Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- missing person
- father son relationship
- road trip
- faked death
- faked suicide
- golfer
- older man younger woman relationship
- chance meeting
- false identity
- two word title
- motel room
- motel
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- swimming pool
- duck
- father son estrangement
- headphones
- teenage boy
- bedroom
- breaking and entering
- convertible
- mercedes benz
- mercedes convertible
- golf club
- golf
- tractor
- bag of money
- newlywed
- following someone
- on the road
- nickname
- assumed identity
- sex scene
- wedding dress
- diner
- heimlich maneuver
- choking
- choking on food
- heart attack
- boyfriend girlfriend relationship
- dying man
- trespassing
- drug overdose
- child's bedroom
- family home
- divorcee
- new identity
- identity card
- beach
- shoes
- pair of shoes
Arthur Newman Cast
Colin Firth leads the cast, with Emily Blunt and Anne Heche. Directed by Dante Ariola; 6 actors are credited in all.
- Director Dante Ariola
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· 2 moreArthur Newman Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Arthur Newman 18% on Rotten Tomatoes and 42 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10.
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IMDb 5.6 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 18% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 25%
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Metacritic 42 Metascore
User score 7.4
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TMDB 56% User score
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Movie Insider 2.5 /5
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Arthur Newman Plot Summary
What happens in Arthur Newman from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As Wallace Avery (played by Colin Firth) grapples with a life filled with monotony and despair, the burden of his depression intensifies, suffocating any glimmer of hope. Once a professional golfer, he now finds himself ensnared in a lifeless FedEx job in Florida, grappling with the aftermath of a failed first marriage and an unsatisfying relationship with his girlfriend, Mina. These aspects serve as constant reminders of his stagnant existence, compounded by the emotional distance from his teenage son, Kevin. In a moment of desperation, Wallace hatches a bold plan to reinvent himself.
Full summary
The whole story of Arthur Newman, scene by scene
Arthur Newman Box Office
Arthur Newman grossed $747,140 worldwide. $207,853 came from the US and Canada and $539,287 (72%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$747.1K
- US & Canada
- $207.9K
- International
- $539.3K
Arthur Newman Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Arthur Newman.
How Well Do You Know Arthur Newman?
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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What is Wallace Avery's occupation at the beginning of the movie?
Cars in Arthur Newman
5 cars on screen, including the 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL R107 and the 2004 BMW X3 E83.
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1999 Honda Civic Background role
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Arthur Newman FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Arthur Newman, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Arthur Newman?
Arthur Newman runs 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).
When was Arthur Newman released?
Arthur Newman was released on April 26, 2013.
Who directed Arthur Newman?
Arthur Newman was directed by Dante Ariola.
Who is in the cast of Arthur Newman?
Arthur Newman stars Colin Firth, Emily Blunt and Anne Heche, among 6 credited actors.
How much did Arthur Newman make at the box office?
Arthur Newman grossed $747,140 worldwide ($207,853 domestic, $539,287 international).
How is Arthur Newman rated?
Arthur Newman has 5.6/10 on IMDb, 18% on Rotten Tomatoes, 42 on Metacritic and 56% on TMDB.
Does Arthur Newman have a post-credit scene?
No. Arthur Newman has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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