The Answer Man
“He wrote the book on life's big questions. But the truth is he hasn't got a clue.”
Synopsis
Twenty years ago, Arlen Faber wrote a book about spirituality that became wildly popular. These days, he's a curmudgeonly recluse who only enjoys the company of his chiropractor, Elizabeth. As Elizabeth's warmth starts to melt Arlen's cold heart, he comes to realize what love really means.
Top Cast
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Jeff Daniels
Arlen Faber
Lauren Graham
Elizabeth
Lou Taylor Pucci
Kris Lucas
Olivia Thirlby
Anne
Kat Dennings
Dahlia
Nora Dunn
Terry Fraser
Tony Hale
Mailman
Annie Corley
Mrs. Gold
Max Antisell
Alex
Thomas Roy
Mr. Lucas
Peter Patrikios
Ross
Greg Wood
Businessman #1
Richard Lyntton
Journalist
Richard Barlow
Paul
Sally Mercer
Customer
Lauren Emily Jacobs
Young Girl
David Mulholland
Male Customer
Charles J. Corrado Jr.
Roy
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
July 23, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 26, 2009
VOD & Digital Platforms
February 24, 2011
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$27K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Hindman
- Screenplay & Story
- John Hindman
- Original Score
- Teddy Castellucci
- Original Title
- The Answer Man
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Worldwide Gross
- $27K
- Production Studios
- 120dB Films, Messick Films, Ideal Partners
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Hindman
John Hindman
Teddy Castellucci
Oliver Bokelberg
Gerald B. Greenberg
Jana Edelbaum, Kevin J. Messick, Rebecca Rivo, Deborah Aquila, Rachel Cohen
Department Leadership Roster
John Hindman
Director
John Hindman
Writer
Jana Edelbaum
Producer
Kevin J. Messick
Producer
Rebecca Rivo
Producer
Deborah Aquila
Producer
Oliver Bokelberg
Director of Photography
Gerald B. Greenberg
Editor
Alex DiGerlando
Production Design
Rebecca Gregg
Costume Design
Peter Bucossi
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Answer Man
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Answer Man about?
Twenty years ago, Arlen Faber wrote a book about spirituality that became wildly popular. These days, he's a curmudgeonly recluse who only enjoys the company of his chiropractor, Elizabeth. As Elizabeth's warmth starts to melt Arlen's cold heart, he comes to realize what love really means.
Who directed The Answer Man?
The Answer Man was directed by John Hindman.
Who stars in The Answer Man?
The principal cast of The Answer Man includes Jeff Daniels, Lauren Graham, Lou Taylor Pucci, Olivia Thirlby, Kat Dennings.
When was The Answer Man released and how long is it?
The Answer Man was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
How much did The Answer Man make at the box office?
The Answer Man grossed $27K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Answer Man?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Answer Man was composed by Teddy Castellucci.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Answer Man?
The Answer Man holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).