The Ex (2007): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
The Ex is a 2007 romantic comedy directed by Jesse Peretz, starring Charles Grodin, Amanda Peet and Zach Braff. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes and earned $5.2 million worldwide. Critics gave it 32 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 29m (89 min)
- Director
- Jesse Peretz
- Original language
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French - Studio
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM)
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Ex About?
The premise of The Ex without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Rémy and Sandra, a couple struggling to conceive, discover they have a unique condition called "Past Love Syndrome." To address this, they hilariously embark on a journey, revisiting former relationships and rekindling old flames. Through these awkward encounters, they hope to overcome their fertility challenges and find a second chance at love and family.
The Ex Cast
Charles Grodin leads the cast, with Amanda Peet and Zach Braff. Directed by Jesse Peretz.
- Director Jesse Peretz
The Ex Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Ex 32 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 32 Metascore
User score 3.8
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TMDB 52% User score
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The Ex Plot Summary
What happens in The Ex from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Living in Manhattan, Tom is a cook who has difficulty keeping a steady job. His wife, Sofia, is an attorney. When their first child is born, they agree that she will be a full-time mom and he will work hard to get promoted.
When Tom is fired after defending his friend Paco, he takes a job in Ohio at the advertising agency where his father-in-law is the assistant director. He is assigned to report to Chip, a strict and hard-working paraplegic who is Sofia’s ex from high school. Chip is still obsessed with Sofia, and he schemes to make Tom’s work life miserable. As Tom’s frustrations mount, he begins to sway Sofia to his side.
Full summary
The whole story of The Ex, scene by scene
The Ex Box Office
The Ex grossed $5.2 million worldwide. $3.1 million came from the US and Canada and $2.1 million (40%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$5.2M
- US & Canada
- $3.1M
- International
- $2.1M
The Ex Trailers & Videos
The trailer of The Ex.
How Well Do You Know The Ex?
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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What is Tom's profession at the beginning of the story?
The Ex Also Known As
15 alternative titles, including “Fast Track” and “Dein Ex - Mein Albtraum”.
- Also known as
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- Fast Track
- Dein Ex - Mein Albtraum
- Экс-любовник
- Son ex et moi
- Eski Sevgili
- O Ex-Namorado da Minha Mulher
- Csapd le Chipet!
- Prodám šéfa zn. spěchá
- האקס המיתולוגי
- Mi Ex
- Fostul
- Екс - коханець
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- Stara miłość nie rdzewieje
- 패스트 트랙
- 男人不养家
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The Ex FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of The Ex, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Ex?
The Ex runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).
When was The Ex released?
The Ex was released on May 11, 2007.
Who directed The Ex?
The Ex was directed by Jesse Peretz.
More films by Jesse Peretz Who is in the cast of The Ex?
The Ex stars Charles Grodin, Amanda Peet and Zach Braff.
How much did The Ex make at the box office?
The Ex grossed $5.2 million worldwide ($3.1 million domestic, $2.1 million international).
How is The Ex rated?
The Ex has 32 on Metacritic and 52% on TMDB.
Does The Ex have a post-credit scene?
No. The Ex has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The Ex in?
The original language of The Ex is French.
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