Two Can Play That Game (2001): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Two Can Play That Game is a 2001 romantic comedy directed by Mark Brown, starring Vivica A. Fox and Morris Chestnut. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $22.4 million worldwide on a $13 million budget. Critics gave it 35 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- Mark Brown
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Screen Gems
- Budget
- $13M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Two Can Play That Game About?
The premise of Two Can Play That Game without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A relationship guru and matchmaking expert finds herself using her own tactics when her boyfriend betrays her. Shanté Smith’s expertise is often sought by her friends, but when Keith begins a relationship with Conny, she decides to use her specialized methods to win him back. She initiates a ten-day plan designed to reclaim her lost love, leading to hilarious and unexpected consequences.
Two Can Play That Game Themes & Keywords
· 24 tags- sex comedy
- feel good romance
- woman
- nightgown
- nightie
- silk nightgown
- silk nightie
- woman wears a nightgown
- lingerie slip
- romantic comedy
- advice
- lingerie
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- battle of the sexes
- romantic rivalry
- nightclub
- voice over narration
- narrated by character
- friendship
- dating
- cheating on one's girlfriend
- boyfriend girlfriend relationship
- african american
- breaking the fourth wall
- product placement
Two Can Play That Game Cast
Vivica A. Fox leads the cast, with Morris Chestnut. Directed by Mark Brown.
- Director Mark Brown
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Two Can Play That Game Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Two Can Play That Game 35 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.
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IMDb 6.1 /10
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Metacritic 35 Metascore
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TMDB 66% User score
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Two Can Play That Game Plot Summary
What happens in Two Can Play That Game from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In this captivating tale, Shante Smith (Vivica A. Fox) is a savvy woman known for her expertise in relationships, imparting wisdom on how to manage a man effectively. Her confidence is put to the test when her partner, Keith Fenton (Morris Chestnut), a successful attorney, starts to show signs of straying. Shante is not only well-educated but also serves as a formidable senior advertising executive at Parker & Long agency. In her view, men are predictable; they remain faithful through the winter, seduced by the “indoor activity,” but as spring approaches, a shift occurs. This season ignites what she refers to as breakup season when women unveil their shorter skirts and flirtier outfits, driving men wild.
Full summary
The whole story of Two Can Play That Game, scene by scene
Two Can Play That Game Box Office & Budget
Two Can Play That Game grossed $22.4 million worldwide on a $13 million budget, 1.7 times what it cost. $22.2 million came from the US and Canada and $155,549 (1%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$22.4M
1.7× its budget
- US & Canada
- $22.2M
- International
- $155.5K
- Budget
- $13M
Two Can Play That Game Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Two Can Play That Game.
How Well Do You Know Two Can Play That Game?
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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What profession does Shante Smith hold?
Cars in Two Can Play That Game
6 cars on screen, including the 1997 Jaguar XK8 X100 and the 2001 Ford Escape.
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1997 Jaguar XK8 X100 Main role -
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1992 BMW 3 Coupé E36 Background role
Two Can Play That Game Also Known As
17 alternative titles, including “L'Amour N'est Q'un Jeu” and “Esse Jogo É Para Dois”.
- Also known as
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- L'Amour N'est Q'un Jeu
- Esse Jogo É Para Dois
- L'amour En Dix Lecons
- Die 10 Regeln der Liebe
- L'amour n'est qu'un jeu
- Dos para jugar
- Szabad fogás
- Un gioco per due
- משחק לשניים
- Игра за двама
- Dva do hry
- Игра для двоих
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- 투 캔 플레이 댓 게임
- İki Kişilik Oyun
- Двоє можуть грати у цю гру
- Gra dla dwojga
- Joc în doi
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Two Can Play That Game FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Two Can Play That Game, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Two Can Play That Game?
Two Can Play That Game runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was Two Can Play That Game released?
Two Can Play That Game was released on September 7, 2001.
Who directed Two Can Play That Game?
Two Can Play That Game was directed by Mark Brown.
More films by Mark Brown Who is in the cast of Two Can Play That Game?
Two Can Play That Game stars Vivica A. Fox and Morris Chestnut.
How much did Two Can Play That Game make at the box office?
Two Can Play That Game grossed $22.4 million worldwide ($22.2 million domestic, $155,549 international) on a budget of $13 million.
How is Two Can Play That Game rated?
Two Can Play That Game has 6.1/10 on IMDb, 35 on Metacritic and 66% on TMDB.
Does Two Can Play That Game have a post-credit scene?
No. Two Can Play That Game has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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