

30 Years to Life
“Growing old is mandatory... Growing up is optional.”
Synopsis
An ensemble comedy that follows the lives of six friends in New York City during the year in which they each reach their 30th birthday. We meet an investment banker from Wall Street, a stand-up comedian, a real estate agent, a marketing executive who perceives any career advancement as a sign of getting old, and a man whose thanks for being in a four-year relationship is a girlfriend who insists on an even greater commitment.
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30 Years To Life
Type: Clip • Published 2011-12-20
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September 4, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vanessa Middleton
- Screenplay & Story
- Vanessa Middleton
- Original Title
- 30 Years to Life
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Oasis Entertainment Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vanessa Middleton
Vanessa Middleton
Department Leadership Roster
Vanessa Middleton
Director
Vanessa Middleton
Writer
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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What is 30 Years to Life about?
An ensemble comedy that follows the lives of six friends in New York City during the year in which they each reach their 30th birthday. We meet an investment banker from Wall Street, a stand-up comedian, a real estate agent, a marketing executive who perceives any career advancement as a sign of getting old, and a man whose thanks for being in a four-year relationship is a girlfriend who insists on an even greater commitment.
Who directed 30 Years to Life?
30 Years to Life was directed by Vanessa Middleton.
Who stars in 30 Years to Life?
The principal cast of 30 Years to Life includes Erika Alexander, Melissa De Sousa, Tracy Morgan, Paula Jai Parker, Allen Payne.
When was 30 Years to Life released and how long is it?
30 Years to Life was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for 30 Years to Life?
30 Years to Life holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).



















