Failure to Launch
“To leave the nest, some men just need a little push.”
Synopsis
At 35, Tripp has an interesting job, a hip car, a passion for sailing, an active dating life, and a great house - trouble is, he still lives with his parents, Al and Sue, who are not happy about it. Al and Sue are fascinated when friends whose adult son has recently moved away from home reveal they hired an expert to help. In desperation to push Tripp out of the nest once and for all, Al and Sue hatch a plan to hire Paula, an "interventionist," who has a formula in these cases.
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Failure To Launch - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-05-10
Top Cast
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Matthew McConaughey
Tripp
Sarah Jessica Parker
Paula
Zooey Deschanel
Kit
Justin Bartha
Ace
Bradley Cooper
Demo
Terry Bradshaw
Al
Kathy Bates
Sue
Tyrel Jackson Williams
Jeffrey
Katheryn Winnick
Melissa
Rob Corddry
Gun Salesman
Patton Oswalt
Techie Guy
Stephen Tobolowsky
Bud
Kate McGregor-Stewart
Bev
Adam Alexi-Malle
Mr. Axelrod
Gretchen Cleevely
Veterinarian
Peter Jacobson
Boatyard Couple
Jessica Stone
Boatyard Couple
Stewart Skelton
BBQ Guest
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 10, 2006
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 21, 2006
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$50M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$130.2M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
2.6x
+$80.2M net gain
Theatrical Status
Profitable
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tom Dey
- Screenplay & Story
- Tom J. Astle, Matt Ember
- Original Score
- Rolfe Kent
- Original Title
- Failure to Launch
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Budget
- $50M
- Worldwide Gross
- $130.2M
- Production Studios
- Failure to Launch Productions, Paramount Pictures, Scott Rudin Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tom Dey
Tom J. Astle, Matt Ember
Rolfe Kent
Claudio Miranda, Brian Agnew
Steven Rosenblum
Scott Aversano, Scott Rudin, Ron Bozman
Department Leadership Roster
Tom Dey
Director
Rolfe Kent
Original Music Composer
Claudio Miranda
Director of Photography
Steven Rosenblum
Editor
Scott Aversano
Producer
Scott Rudin
Producer
Jeremy Conway
Production Design
Mark Norby
Stunt Coordinator
Jery Hewitt
Stunt Coordinator
Tom J. Astle
Writer
Matt Ember
Writer
Helena Packer
Visual Effects Supervisor
Edson Williams
Visual Effects Supervisor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Failure to Launch
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Failure to Launch about?
At 35, Tripp has an interesting job, a hip car, a passion for sailing, an active dating life, and a great house - trouble is, he still lives with his parents, Al and Sue, who are not happy about it. Al and Sue are fascinated when friends whose adult son has recently moved away from home reveal they hired an expert to help. In desperation to push Tripp out of the nest once and for all, Al and Sue hatch a plan to hire Paula, an "interventionist," who has a formula in these cases.
Who directed Failure to Launch?
Failure to Launch was directed by Tom Dey.
Who stars in Failure to Launch?
The principal cast of Failure to Launch includes Matthew McConaughey, Sarah Jessica Parker, Zooey Deschanel, Justin Bartha, Bradley Cooper.
When was Failure to Launch released and how long is it?
Failure to Launch was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
What was the box office and production budget of Failure to Launch?
Failure to Launch had a reported production budget of $50M and grossed $130.2M at the worldwide box office (2.6 return on budget, classified as a commercial hit).
Who composed the musical score for Failure to Launch?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Failure to Launch was composed by Rolfe Kent.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Failure to Launch?
Failure to Launch holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); CA: 18A; DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); FR: 10 (Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.); GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).