The Baxter (2005): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
The Baxter is a 2005 comedy drama directed by Michael Showalter, starring Peter Dinklage and Elizabeth Banks. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes and earned $181,872 worldwide. Critics gave it 51 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10. Stream it on Philo, or rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 31m (91 min)
- Director
- Michael Showalter
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Lions Gate Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Baxter About?
The premise of The Baxter without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Elliot Sherman’s upcoming marriage to Caroline is threatened when she admits to having an old flame. This revelation triggers his fear of a recurring pattern in his romantic history, where former partners often return to their exes. He must confront his anxieties and the potential for history to repeat itself as he prepares to walk down the aisle, questioning whether he can truly escape his past relationships.
The Baxter Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- neo screwball comedy
- key under a mat
- juice
- game
- juilliard school
- tissue
- pantyhose
- photo album
- sneeze
- speedwalking
- washington heights manhattan
- common cold
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- flower
- master of ceremonies
- pay phone
- cigarette smoking
- satire comedy
- parody comedy
- wedding
- flashback within a flashback
- reference to john keats
- blood
- anger
- little person
- fear
- stage
- nerd
- panic
- tavern
- bride
- nightclub
- musician
- reference to johnny carson
- breakdancing
- impersonation
- manhattan new york city
- grossbeak
- sandpiper
- better homes and gardens magazine
- restaurant
- cafe
- cane
- cookie
- clapper
- reference to little orphan annie
- white wine spritzer
- guitarist
- bridge
- otter tail county minnesota
- fergus falls minnesota
Where to Watch The Baxter
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The Baxter Cast
Peter Dinklage leads the cast, with Elizabeth Banks. Directed by Michael Showalter.
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Director Michael Showalter
The Baxter Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Baxter 51 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10.
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IMDb 6.5 /10
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Metacritic 51 Metascore
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The Baxter Plot Summary
What happens in The Baxter from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In a life that echoes the tropes of romantic comedies, Elliot, portrayed by the talented Peter Dinklage, finds himself on the brink of marriage with his girlfriend, Caroline Swann. As their wedding day looms closer, the unsettling presence of Caroline’s former boyfriend, Bradley, casts a shadow of doubt over their relationship. The very thought of Caroline’s unresolved feelings for this ghost from her past sends Elliot spiraling into a whirlwind of anxiety.
Full summary
The whole story of The Baxter, scene by scene
The Baxter Box Office
The Baxter grossed $181,872 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$181.9K
- US & Canada
- $181.9K
The Baxter Trailers & Videos
The trailer of The Baxter.
How Well Do You Know The Baxter?
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 Elliot's primary fear leading up to his wedding?
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The Baxter FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Baxter, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Baxter?
The Baxter runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).
When was The Baxter released?
The Baxter was released on August 26, 2005.
Who directed The Baxter?
The Baxter was directed by Michael Showalter.
More films by Michael Showalter Who is in the cast of The Baxter?
The Baxter stars Peter Dinklage and Elizabeth Banks.
Where can I watch The Baxter?
In the US, The Baxter is streaming on Philo and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store (availability from JustWatch).
How much did The Baxter make at the box office?
The Baxter grossed $181,872 worldwide.
How is The Baxter rated?
The Baxter has 6.5/10 on IMDb and 51 on Metacritic.
Does The Baxter have a post-credit scene?
No. The Baxter has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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