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The Tic Code (2000): Ratings, Box Office & Plot

The Tic Code (2000) movie poster

The Tic Code is a 2000 drama directed by Gary Winick. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes and earned $12.6 million worldwide on a $8 million budget. Critics gave it 64 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.

IMDb rating
6.7/10
worldwide gross
$12.6M
Metascore
64
budget
$8M
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The Tic Code (2000) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 31m (91 min)
Director
Gary Winick
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
Budget
$8M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Tic Code About?

The premise of The Tic Code without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Set in the bustling jazz scene of 1970s New York City, a gifted piano player and his mother face unexpected challenges and strive to build a life together. They find comfort and guidance through music and the influence of a captivating saxophonist. The film is a moving story about overcoming adversity, the strength of family, and the transformative power of self-discovery.

The Tic Code Themes & Keywords

· 13 tags
  • pianist
  • jazz
  • tourette's syndrome
  • single mother
  • sexual tension
  • saxophonist
  • mother son relationship
  • interracial romance
  • disorder
  • disability
  • compassion
  • interracial relationship
+1 more
  • independent film
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Crew

The Director of The Tic Code

Directed by Gary Winick.

Ratings

The Tic Code Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Tic Code 64 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.

Plot

The Tic Code Plot Summary

What happens in The Tic Code from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The challenge of summarizing THE TIC CODE lies in articulating the deep frustration and anger that often accompany Tourette’s Syndrome, one of the most frequently misunderstood neurological conditions in existence. This struggle is central to the powerful narrative of the film. It is, indeed, a remarkable comeback story that many would find unimaginable, particularly those unfamiliar with the realities of living with this condition.

Full summary

The whole story of The Tic Code, scene by scene

Read the full summary
Box office

The Tic Code Box Office & Budget

The Tic Code grossed $12.6 million worldwide on a $8 million budget, 1.6 times what it cost.

2000 box office

Worldwide gross

$12.6M

1.6× its budget

US & Canada
$12.6M
Budget
$8M
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Tic Code?

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 condition does the protagonist struggle with in The Tic Code?

Cars

Cars in The Tic Code

32 cars on screen, including the 1993 Ford Crown Victoria and the 1999 Ford Windstar.

All 32 cars
  • 1993 Ford Crown Victoria in The Tic Code 1993 Ford Crown Victoria Important role
  • 1999 Ford Windstar in The Tic Code 1999 Ford Windstar Important role
  • 1990 Jeep Cherokee in The Tic Code 1990 Jeep Cherokee Important role
  • 1995 Land-Rover Range Rover Series II in The Tic Code 1995 Land-Rover Range Rover Series II Important role
Details

The Tic Code Also Known As

11 alternative titles, including “Goyangileul butaghae” and “Take Care Of My Cat”.

Also known as
  • Goyangileul butaghae
  • Take Care Of My Cat
  • Go-yang-i-leul boo-tak-hae
  • 고양이를 부탁해
  • 子猫をお願い:2001
  • Присмотрите за моей кошкой
  • 子猫をお願い
  • Sök mig på mobilen
  • Vigyázz a cicámra
  • 貓咪少女
  • 猫样少女

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FAQ

The Tic Code FAQ: Box Office, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is The Tic Code?

The Tic Code runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

When was The Tic Code released?

The Tic Code was released on August 4, 2000.

Who directed The Tic Code?

The Tic Code was directed by Gary Winick.

More films by Gary Winick

How much did The Tic Code make at the box office?

The Tic Code grossed $12.6 million worldwide on a budget of $8 million.

How is The Tic Code rated?

The Tic Code has 6.7/10 on IMDb, 64 on Metacritic and 54% on TMDB.

Does The Tic Code have a post-credit scene?

No. The Tic Code has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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