The Hottie & the Nottie (2008): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
The Hottie & the Nottie is a 2008 romantic comedy directed by Tom Putnam, starring Paris Hilton, Joel Moore and Christine Lakin. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes and earned $1.6 million worldwide. Critics gave it 7 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 2.0/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 31m (91 min)
- Director
- Tom Putnam
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Regent Releasing
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Hottie & the Nottie About?
The premise of The Hottie & the Nottie without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A man returns to Los Angeles determined to win the affections of his longtime crush, Cristabel. He quickly realizes that her best friend, June, presents a more complicated and unexpected romantic challenge. While trying to help June find love, he inadvertently helps her discover her own potential and undergoes a personal transformation, ultimately realizing that love can be found in the most surprising places.
The Hottie & the Nottie Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- hooded sweatshirt
- superficiality
- party
- brunette woman
- couch
- it girl
- unattractive woman
- woman underestimates her attractiveness
- girl wears a short skirt
- girl wearing a short skirt
- girl wears a miniskirt
- best friend
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- friend
- cosmetic mole
- singing
- song
- valentine's card
- valentine's day
- sitting on a bench
- boardwalk
- pier
- underwear
- male female relationship
- stalking
- school
- dating
- female virgin
- loser
- geek
- flashback
- hit with a guitar
- younger version of character
- first crush
- helmet
- yoga class
- rivalry
- romantic rivalry
- acoustic guitar
- boyfriend girlfriend relationship
- breakup
- blonde woman
- housemate
- classroom
- hit by a car
- young love
- nightclub
- first kiss
- kiss
- wedding dress
- house party
The Hottie & the Nottie Cast
Paris Hilton leads the cast, with Joel Moore and Christine Lakin. Directed by Tom Putnam.
- Director Tom Putnam
More from Tom Putnam
More films directed by Tom Putnam, best-rated first: Burn, The Dark Divide, The United States of Insanity and Tom Hits His Head.
The Hottie & the Nottie Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Hottie & the Nottie 7 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 2.0/10.
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IMDb 2.0 /10
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Metacritic 7 Metascore
User score 3.5
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The Hottie & the Nottie Plot Summary
What happens in The Hottie & the Nottie 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
As the sun-drenched beaches of California invite adventure, Nate Cooper, portrayed by a still-searching-for-love protagonist, sets out on a heartfelt journey to reignite his childhood romance with the enchanting Cristabel Abbott. Little did he expect that destiny would intervene, steering him towards a delightful encounter with his quirky best friend, Arno. With his mother’s uncanny insight into Cristabel’s world, Arno proves to be a pivotal ally in Nate’s quest for reconnection.
In the meantime, Cristabel, still longing for her elementary school sweetheart, finds herself at the center of affection from various admirers on the sandy shores. However, her hesitance to commit stems from her unwavering bond with June Phigg, a petite, modest brunette. Despite being a friend from Nate’s past, June appears to be fated to remain single.
Full summary
The whole story of The Hottie & the Nottie, scene by scene
The Hottie & the Nottie Box Office
The Hottie & the Nottie grossed $1.6 million worldwide. $27,696 came from the US and Canada and $1.6 million (98%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$1.6M
- US & Canada
- $27.7K
- International
- $1.6M
The Hottie & the Nottie Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 clip.
- Clip The Hottie and the Nottie - Good scene (!)
How Well Do You Know The Hottie & the Nottie?
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 Nate Cooper's primary goal in the movie?
Cars in The Hottie & the Nottie
6 cars on screen, including the 1993 Ford Escort and the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
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1993 Ford Escort Main role -
1991 Chevrolet Camaro Minor role -
2002 Audi A4 B6 Background role -
2007 Dodge Caliber Background role
The Hottie & the Nottie Also Known As
16 alternative titles, including “The Hottie and the Nottie” and “Красуня і страховисько”.
- Also known as
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- The Hottie and the Nottie
- Красуня і страховисько
- Красавица и уродина
- The Hottie & the Nottie - Liebe auf den zweiten Blick
- Sexy à tout prix !
- Muza i meduza
- Kráska a Ošklivka
- A dögös és a dög
- La bella y la bestia
- מגניבות בע''מ
- 섹시한 미녀는 괴로워
- Seksi & Çılgın
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- 爱上野猪妹
- Η κούκλα και η πανούκλα
- Noriu jos, nenoriu tos!
- A Gostosa e a Gosmenta
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The Hottie & the Nottie FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Hottie & the Nottie, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Hottie & the Nottie?
The Hottie & the Nottie runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).
When was The Hottie & the Nottie released?
The Hottie & the Nottie was released on February 8, 2008.
Who directed The Hottie & the Nottie?
The Hottie & the Nottie was directed by Tom Putnam.
More films by Tom Putnam Who is in the cast of The Hottie & the Nottie?
The Hottie & the Nottie stars Paris Hilton, Joel Moore and Christine Lakin.
How much did The Hottie & the Nottie make at the box office?
The Hottie & the Nottie grossed $1.6 million worldwide ($27,696 domestic, $1.6 million international).
How is The Hottie & the Nottie rated?
The Hottie & the Nottie has 2.0/10 on IMDb and 7 on Metacritic.
Does The Hottie & the Nottie have a post-credit scene?
No. The Hottie & the Nottie has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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