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The Good Guy (2010): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

The Good Guy (2010) movie poster

The Good Guy is a 2010 romantic comedy directed by Julio DePietro, starring Alexis Bledel, Scott Porter and Bryan Greenberg. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $100,688 worldwide on a $10 million budget. Critics gave it 33% on Rotten Tomatoes and 47 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 8.0/10.

IMDb rating
8.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes
33%
worldwide gross
$100.7K
Metascore
47
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The Good Guy (2010) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Director
Julio DePietro
Genres
Comedy , Romance
Original language
English
Budget
$10M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Good Guy About?

The premise of The Good Guy without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

In Manhattan, Beth, an ambitious conservationist, desires career success, strong friendships, and a lasting romantic relationship. She finds herself drawn to Tommy, a charismatic and driven young man working on Wall Street. However, their fast-paced romance is complicated by Daniel, a considerate colleague who introduces her to new perspectives on love and commitment amidst the vibrant energy of New York City.

The Good Guy Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

The Good Guy Cast

Alexis Bledel leads the cast, with Scott Porter and Bryan Greenberg. Directed by Julio DePietro.

Ratings

The Good Guy Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Good Guy 33% on Rotten Tomatoes and 47 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 8.0/10.

Plot

The Good Guy Plot Summary

What happens in The Good Guy from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The movie delves into the intricate dynamics of contemporary relationships, all set against the demanding backdrop of Wall Street’s high-stakes atmosphere. At the center of the story is Beth, played by Alexis Bledel, a passionate young conservationist residing in Manhattan who aspires to lead a fulfilling life. Her quest comprises not just a rewarding career and close friendships, but also the desire to find a meaningful partner to share her journey with.

Beth becomes enamored with Tommy Fielding, portrayed by Scott Porter, a dynamic and successful investment broker who appears to have it all figured out. Tommy is not only charming and intelligent, but he also excels in his profession, earning the admiration of his formidable boss, Cash.

Full summary

The whole story of The Good Guy, scene by scene

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Box office

The Good Guy Box Office & Budget

The Good Guy grossed $100,688 worldwide on a $10 million budget.

2010 box office

Worldwide gross

$100.7K

US & Canada
$100.7K
Budget
$10M
Videos

The Good Guy Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Good Guy.

THE GOOD GUY - Official US Theatrical Trailer in HD
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Good Guy?

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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Who plays the role of Beth, the passionate young conservationist?

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FAQ

The Good Guy FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is The Good Guy?

The Good Guy runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was The Good Guy released?

The Good Guy was released on February 19, 2010.

Who directed The Good Guy?

The Good Guy was directed by Julio DePietro.

More films by Julio DePietro

Who is in the cast of The Good Guy?

The Good Guy stars Alexis Bledel, Scott Porter and Bryan Greenberg.

How much did The Good Guy make at the box office?

The Good Guy grossed $100,688 worldwide on a budget of $10 million.

How is The Good Guy rated?

The Good Guy has 8.0/10 on IMDb, 33% on Rotten Tomatoes, 47 on Metacritic and 55% on TMDB.

Does The Good Guy have a post-credit scene?

No. The Good Guy has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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