Dating the Enemy
“A cheeky romantic comedy.”
Synopsis
Television show host Brett and his laid-back science journalist girlfriend Tash despair that they will ever truly understand each other. On their first anniversary, under a full moon, a frustrated Tash declares her wish that they could swap lives. The next morning, Brett and Tash awaken to find Tash's wish has come true. Forced to confront the unfamiliar sensations of their "new" bodies, both must navigate strange new experiences with friends and co-workers.
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Top Cast
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Guy Pearce
Brett
Claudia Karvan
Tash
Matt Day
Rob
Lisa Hensley
Laetitia
Pippa Grandison
Colette
John Howard
Davis
Scott Lowe
Harrison
Christopher Morsley
Paul
Heidi Lapaine
Christina
Christine Anu
The Singer
Arthur Dignam
Dr. Kamins
Morna Seres
Helen McMahon
William Usic
Marx
Vanessa Stuart
Production Assistant
Anja Coleby
Karen Zader
Robert James O'Neill
Mark Hutchinson
Barry Latchford
Doctor
Janice Oxenbould
Counsellor
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 19, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Megan Simpson Huberman
- Screenplay & Story
- Megan Simpson Huberman
- Original Score
- David Hirschfelder
- Original Title
- Dating the Enemy
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- Pandora Cinema, Australian Film Finance Corporation, New South Wales Film & Television Office
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Megan Simpson Huberman
Megan Simpson Huberman
David Hirschfelder
Steve Arnold
Marcus D'Arcy
Sue Milliken, Phil Gerlach, Heather Ogilvie
Department Leadership Roster
Megan Simpson Huberman
Screenplay
Megan Simpson Huberman
Director
Marcus D'Arcy
Editor
Steve Arnold
Director of Photography
Sue Milliken
Producer
David Hirschfelder
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dating the Enemy
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What is Dating the Enemy about?
Television show host Brett and his laid-back science journalist girlfriend Tash despair that they will ever truly understand each other. On their first anniversary, under a full moon, a frustrated Tash declares her wish that they could swap lives. The next morning, Brett and Tash awaken to find Tash's wish has come true. Forced to confront the unfamiliar sensations of their "new" bodies, both must navigate strange new experiences with friends and co-workers.
Who directed Dating the Enemy?
Dating the Enemy was directed by Megan Simpson Huberman.
Who stars in Dating the Enemy?
The principal cast of Dating the Enemy includes Guy Pearce, Claudia Karvan, Matt Day, Lisa Hensley, Pippa Grandison.
When was Dating the Enemy released and how long is it?
Dating the Enemy was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Who composed the musical score for Dating the Enemy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dating the Enemy was composed by David Hirschfelder.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Dating the Enemy?
Dating the Enemy holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).