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Catch and Release (2007): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

Catch and Release (2007) movie poster

Catch and Release is a 2007 comedy drama directed by Susannah Grant, starring Jennifer Garner and Timothy Olyphant. It runs 2 hours 4 minutes and earned $16.2 million worldwide on a $25 million budget. Critics gave it 43 on Metacritic.

worldwide gross
$16.2M
Metascore
43
budget
$25M
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Catch and Release (2007) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 4m (124 min)
Director
Susannah Grant
Genres
Drama , Comedy , Romance
Original language
English
Budget
$25M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Catch and Release About?

The premise of Catch and Release without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Following the tragic and sudden death of her fiancé, Gray Wheeler finds unexpected comfort and support from his close-knit group of friends. This unconventional circle includes a humorous comedian, a meticulous and controlling personality, and a childhood acquaintance previously known for his instability. Together, they help her navigate grief and begin to heal.

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Cast & crew

Catch and Release Cast

Jennifer Garner leads the cast, with Timothy Olyphant. Directed by Susannah Grant.

From the director

More from Susannah Grant

One more film directed by Susannah Grant: Lonely Planet.

Full filmography
Ratings

Catch and Release Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Catch and Release 43 on Metacritic.

Plot

Catch and Release Plot Summary

What happens in Catch and Release from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In Boulder, Gray Wheeler attends the funeral of her fiancé, Grady Douglas, on the day they were meant to be married, a moment that sets off a chain of disquieting discoveries and shifting loyalties. Seeking a private corner to grieve, she hides behind a shower curtain and unexpectedly overhears Grady’s best friend, Fritz, in a compromising moment with the caterer, a revelation that upends her sense of trust and impending future.

Full summary

The whole story of Catch and Release, scene by scene

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Box office

Catch and Release Box Office & Budget

Catch and Release grossed $16.2 million worldwide on a $25 million budget, 65% of what it cost. $15.5 million came from the US and Canada and $623,529 (4%) from the rest of the world.

2007 box office

Worldwide gross

$16.2M

65% of its budget back

US & Canada
$15.5M
International
$623.5K
Budget
$25M
US & Canada 96% Rest of the world 4%
Videos

Catch and Release Trailers & Videos

7 videos: 1 trailer and 6 clips.

All 7 videos
Trailer
  • Clip Gray Moves In With Dennis And Sam
  • Clip Fritz Takes A Drunk Gray Home
  • Clip Gray Ditches Work To Hang Out With Fritz
  • Clip Gray And Fritz's Steamy Kiss
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Catch and Release?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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  10. Question 10: not answered

What is the name of Gray Wheeler's fiancé who dies at the beginning of the film?

Cars

Cars in Catch and Release

17 cars on screen, including the 1997 Subaru Legacy Outback and the 1995 Ford Crown Victoria.

All 17 cars
  • 1997 Subaru Legacy Outback in Catch and Release 1997 Subaru Legacy Outback Important role
  • 1995 Ford Crown Victoria in Catch and Release 1995 Ford Crown Victoria Minor role
  • 2001 Ford Crown Victoria in Catch and Release 2001 Ford Crown Victoria Minor role
  • 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee in Catch and Release 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Minor role
Details

Catch and Release Also Known As

22 alternative titles, including “Se proprio lo vuoi, lascialo andare” and “Surpresas da Vida”.

Also known as
  • Se proprio lo vuoi, lascialo andare
  • Surpresas da Vida
  • Lieben und Lassen
  • Kettőt találhatsz
  • Tutte le cose che non sai di lui
  • Ma vie sans lui
  • Кошки-мышки
  • Las vueltas de la vida
  • 捉放爱
  • תפוס ושחרר
  • Život jde dál
  • Aşkın Peşinde
+10 more
  • Хвани и пусни
  • Złów i wypuść
  • Pegar e Largar, კატა-თაგვობანა
  • 캐치 앤 릴리즈
  • Ο Πρώην & ο Επόμενος
  • Bắt và Thả
  • 恋は突然に。
  • Злови і відпусти
  • ปล่อยหัวใจให้พบรักใหม่
  • Život ide ďalej

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FAQ

Catch and Release FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Catch and Release, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Catch and Release?

Catch and Release runs 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).

When was Catch and Release released?

Catch and Release was released on January 26, 2007.

Who directed Catch and Release?

Catch and Release was directed by Susannah Grant.

More films by Susannah Grant

Who is in the cast of Catch and Release?

Catch and Release stars Jennifer Garner and Timothy Olyphant.

How much did Catch and Release make at the box office?

Catch and Release grossed $16.2 million worldwide ($15.5 million domestic, $623,529 international) on a budget of $25 million.

How is Catch and Release rated?

Catch and Release has 43 on Metacritic and 59% on TMDB.

Does Catch and Release have a post-credit scene?

No. Catch and Release has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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