Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008): Cast, Ratings & Where to Watch
Forgetting Sarah Marshall is a 2008 comedy drama directed by Nicholas Stoller, starring Paul Rudd, Kristen Bell and Jason Segel. It runs 1 hour 51 minutes and earned $105.8 million worldwide on a $30 million budget. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Comedy Movie at the Critics' Choice 2009. Critics gave it 84% on Rotten Tomatoes and 67 on Metacritic. Stream it on Apple TV, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 51m (111 min)
- Director
- Nicholas Stoller
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Universal Pictures
- Budget
- $30M
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Forgetting Sarah Marshall About?
The premise of Forgetting Sarah Marshall without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
After a painful breakup with his actress girlfriend, Peter Bretter retreats to Hawaii for a vacation, hoping to mend his heart. His despair intensifies when he discovers his ex, Sarah, is also on the island, now with a new boyfriend. While navigating the awkward situation and dealing with his heartbreak, Peter unexpectedly connects with Rachel, a warm and witty resort worker, and begins a journey of self-discovery and the possibility of a new relationship.
Forgetting Sarah Marshall Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- female nudity
- hawaii
- male full frontal nudity
- sex in bed
- woman on top
- resort
- rock star
- woman moaning from pleasure
- multiple sex positions
- newlywed
- broken heart
- loud sex
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- male frontal nudity
- male nudity
- pubic hair
- vacation gone wrong
- oceania
- areolas
- deep cleavage
- female full rear nudity
- female topless nudity
- lust
- outdoor wedding
- rear entry sex
- sex lesson
- orgasm
- infidelity
- hotel desk clerk
- fake orgasm
- masturbation
- sex scene
- fondling
- drunken sex
- breakup
- premarital sex
- male pubic hair
- fictional celebrity
- gross out comedy
- sexy woman
- male protagonist
- crude humor comedy
- feel good romance
- 2000s
- cheating girlfriend
- cheating boyfriend
- crying man
- depressed man
- simulated oral sex
- romantic comedy
- musician
Where to Watch Forgetting Sarah Marshall
Stream it on Apple TV, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Forgetting Sarah Marshall Cast
Paul Rudd leads the cast, with Kristen Bell and Jason Segel. Directed by Nicholas Stoller.
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Director Nicholas Stoller
Forgetting Sarah Marshall Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Forgetting Sarah Marshall 84% on Rotten Tomatoes and 67 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 84% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 76%
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Metacritic 67 Metascore
User score 7.8
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TMDB 65% User score
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Forgetting Sarah Marshall Plot Summary
What happens in Forgetting Sarah Marshall from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Composer Peter Bretter finds himself shattered when his girlfriend of five years, Sarah Marshall—a promising TV actress—unexpectedly ends their relationship. In an attempt to heal from his heartbreak, he decides to escape to Oahu for a much-needed vacation. Unfortunately, his plans for a peaceful retreat are shattered when he discovers that Sarah is staying at the same resort with her new boyfriend, the charming British rock star Aldous Snow. Fortunately for Peter, a compassionate hotel concierge named Rachel Jansen takes pity on him and generously offers him an opulent suite at no charge.
Full summary
The whole story of Forgetting Sarah Marshall, scene by scene
Forgetting Sarah Marshall Box Office & Budget
Forgetting Sarah Marshall grossed $105.8 million worldwide on a $30 million budget, 3.5 times what it cost. $63.2 million came from the US and Canada and $42.7 million (40%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$105.8M
3.5× its budget
- US & Canada
- $63.2M
- International
- $42.7M
- Budget
- $30M
Forgetting Sarah Marshall Awards & Nominations
Forgetting Sarah Marshall earned 1 award nomination, including Best Comedy Movie at the Critics' Choice 2009.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Critics' Choice 2009 1 nomination- Nominated Best Comedy Movie
Forgetting Sarah Marshall Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 featurette.
- Featurette 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall' | Critics' Picks | The New York Times
How Well Do You Know Forgetting Sarah Marshall?
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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Cars in Forgetting Sarah Marshall
8 cars on screen, including the 2005 Chrysler Town & Country and the 2003 Lincoln Town Car.
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2006 Chevrolet Corvette C6 Background role
Forgetting Sarah Marshall Also Known As
38 alternative titles, including “Cómo sobrevivir a mi ex?” and “Cómo Sobrevivir a Mi Ex”.
- Also known as
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- Cómo sobrevivir a mi ex?
- Cómo Sobrevivir a Mi Ex
- Non mi scaricare
- Забути Сару Маршал
- Dumpet av Sarah Marshall
- Ressaca de Amor
- 寝取られ男のラブ・バカンス
- Preboljeti Saru Marshall
- Nie wieder Sex mit der Ex
- Paso de ti
- Aşkzede
- Dumpad
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- Sans Sarah, rien ne va !
- Um Belo Par... de Patins
- Lepattintva
- Kopačky
- Όταν με παράτησε η Σάρα
- В пролёте
- קח את זה כמו גבר
- 忘掉莎拉·马歇尔
- Chłopaki też płaczą
- Droppet af Sarah Marshall
- Прелъстен и изоставен
- Înșelat de Sarah Marshall
- У прольоті
- 사랑이 어떻게 변하니?
- Preboljeti Sarah Marshall
- ¿Cómo Sobrevivir A Mi Ex?
- Pozabi Saro
- Oublie Sarah Marshall
- Velniop tą Sarą Maršal
- فراموش کردن سارا مارشال
- 忘掉負心女
- نسيان سارا مارشال
- 寝取られ男のラブ♂バカンス
- Passo de tu
- โอย! หัวใจรุ่งริ่ง โดนทิ้งครับผม
- Unusta Sarah Marshall
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Movies Like Forgetting Sarah Marshall
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Separate Vacations, Pauline at the Beach and Hawaii.
Forgetting Sarah Marshall FAQ: Where to Watch & Cast
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and awards of Forgetting Sarah Marshall, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Forgetting Sarah Marshall?
Forgetting Sarah Marshall runs 1 hour 51 minutes (111 minutes).
When was Forgetting Sarah Marshall released?
Forgetting Sarah Marshall was released on April 18, 2008.
Who directed Forgetting Sarah Marshall?
Forgetting Sarah Marshall was directed by Nicholas Stoller.
More films by Nicholas Stoller Who is in the cast of Forgetting Sarah Marshall?
Forgetting Sarah Marshall stars Paul Rudd, Kristen Bell and Jason Segel.
Where can I watch Forgetting Sarah Marshall?
In the US, Forgetting Sarah Marshall is streaming on Apple TV and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Forgetting Sarah Marshall make at the box office?
Forgetting Sarah Marshall grossed $105.8 million worldwide ($63.2 million domestic, $42.7 million international) on a budget of $30 million.
How is Forgetting Sarah Marshall rated?
Forgetting Sarah Marshall has 84% on Rotten Tomatoes, 67 on Metacritic and 65% on TMDB.
Was Forgetting Sarah Marshall nominated for any awards?
Forgetting Sarah Marshall received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
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