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The Tao of Steve (2000): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

The Tao of Steve (2000) movie poster

The Tao of Steve is a 2000 comedy drama directed by Jenniphr Goodman, starring Donal Logue. It runs 1 hour 27 minutes and earned $4.4 million worldwide. Critics gave it 70 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.

IMDb rating
6.7/10
worldwide gross
$4.4M
Metascore
70
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The Tao of Steve (2000) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 27m (87 min)
Director
Jenniphr Goodman
Genres
Drama , Comedy , Romance
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Tao of Steve About?

The premise of The Tao of Steve without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A popular college athlete transitions to a career as a kindergarten teacher, a life that brings him back into contact with women from his past. At a significant event, he encounters Syd, whose presence stirs up unexpected feelings and forces him to re-examine his perspectives on achievement and relationships. Dex is compelled to confront his identity and discover what it truly means to be "Steve."

The Tao of Steve Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • seduction
  • sex
  • kindergarten
  • frisbee
  • philosophy
  • reference to raquel welch
  • man's wife has affair with best friend
  • marijuana
  • reference to don giovanni
  • reference to kierkegaard
  • bong
  • reference to josie and the pussycats
+38 more
  • reference to the bugaloos
  • friendship
  • santa fe opera
  • reference to martha stewart
  • reference to lucille ball
  • unfaithful wife
  • manhattan ice tea
  • animated opening credits
  • adultery
  • dating
  • santa fe new mexico
  • tablesaw
  • woman
  • teacher
  • college
  • reunion
  • beer
  • dog
  • children
  • lovers reunited
  • hawaiian shirt
  • opera production
  • running
  • chocolate syrup
  • whipped cream
  • chastity
  • microphone
  • glue
  • pool table
  • playing pool
  • sword
  • shop
  • guacamole
  • toasting marshmallows
  • wildlife
  • jogging
  • apology
  • tent
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Cast & crew

The Tao of Steve Cast

Donal Logue stars in The Tao of Steve. Directed by Jenniphr Goodman.

Ratings

The Tao of Steve Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Tao of Steve 70 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.

Plot

The Tao of Steve Plot Summary

What happens in The Tao of Steve 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

Dex is an unexpected Lothario—a thirty-something who teaches kindergarten part-time and is notably overweight. Despite these traits, he has discovered a unique and successful approach to attracting women. Dubbed “The Tao of Steve,” this philosophy melds Taoist principles with characteristics seen in iconic TV figures like Steve Austin from The Six Million Dollar Man, Steve McGarrett from Hawaii Five-O, and the legendary actor Steve McQueen.

Full summary

The whole story of The Tao of Steve, scene by scene

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Box office

The Tao of Steve Box Office

The Tao of Steve grossed $4.4 million worldwide. $4.3 million came from the US and Canada and $63,827 (1%) from the rest of the world.

2000 box office

Worldwide gross

$4.4M

US & Canada
$4.3M
International
$63.8K
US & Canada 99% Rest of the world 1%
Videos

The Tao of Steve Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Tao of Steve.

The Tao of Steve (2000) Official Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Tao of Steve?

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 profession does Dex hold?

Details

The Tao of Steve Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “Le Tao de Steve” and “Dex, der Frauenheld”.

Also known as
  • Le Tao de Steve
  • Dex, der Frauenheld
  • האהבה על פי סטיב
  • El encanto de Steve
  • O Tao de Steve

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FAQ

The Tao of Steve FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is The Tao of Steve?

The Tao of Steve runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).

When was The Tao of Steve released?

The Tao of Steve was released on August 4, 2000.

Who directed The Tao of Steve?

The Tao of Steve was directed by Jenniphr Goodman.

Who is in the cast of The Tao of Steve?

The Tao of Steve stars Donal Logue.

How much did The Tao of Steve make at the box office?

The Tao of Steve grossed $4.4 million worldwide ($4.3 million domestic, $63,827 international).

How is The Tao of Steve rated?

The Tao of Steve has 6.7/10 on IMDb, 70 on Metacritic and 60% on TMDB.

Does The Tao of Steve have a post-credit scene?

No. The Tao of Steve has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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