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A Man Called Otto

PG-13

Released Jan 13, 2023

2 hr. 6 min.

Comedy

Drama

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Based on the comical and moving New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower whose only joy comes from criticizing and judging his exasperated neighbors. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an unexpected friendship that will turn his world upside-down.

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Critics Consensus

Check all cynicism at the door and allow A Man Called Otto to tug at your heartstrings with its tried-and-true tune -- it just might sing.

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Audience Consensus

With a perfect Tom Hanks in the lead, A Man Called Otto is almost guaranteed to make you laugh and cry.

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Kelly

It was very heart warming to see the sweet relationship evolve between Otto and his neighbors.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/06/23

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Jason L

great movie. Tom Hanks really shines

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/20/23

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Sandy

It was depressing but Tom Hanks is always great!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/09/23

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Sara

Funny, interesting and all around fantastic movie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/01/23

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Amanda G

So beautiful and so sad. A bunch of us were crying in the theater at the end. :'(

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/29/23

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Craig M

This film touched on many difficult subjects and social issues, dealing with each in a sensitive and thought-provoking manner. Tom Hanks was great as usual as was the entire supporting cast.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/28/23

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Marc Forster

Director

Tom Hanks

Otto Anderson

Mack Bayda

Malcolm

Mariana Treviño

Marisol

Rachel Keller

Sonya

Manuel Garcia-Rulfo

Tommy

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A Man Called Otto: Official Clip - Marisol Tells off Otto

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A Man Called Otto: Official Clip - Otto's Goodbye Letter

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Ed Potton

Times (UK)

This slice of superior schmaltz has Tom Hanks as a fastidious late-middle-aged grump who hates everyone, from overcharging shop assistants to neighbours who put their recycling in the wrong bin.

Rated: 3/5

Feb 15, 2023

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Rex Reed

Observer

A follow-the-dots flick with a few moments of charm that aims to be a feel-good crowd pleaser, but lacks enough freshness and insight to make it anything special.

Rated: 3/4

Jan 19, 2023

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Dwight Brown

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Despite the film’s flaws, what audiences will take away is a humanizing experience by a group of misfits who are learning that getting along can also be lifesaving.

Rated: 2.5/4

Jan 19, 2023

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Dave Giannini

InSession Film

A Man Called Otto is not a waste of time by any stretch, but it also does not demand your attention in any strong measure.

Rated: C

Feb 28, 2024

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Ilan Preskovsky

Channel24 (South Africa)

I did occasionally find it just a bit too pat and too contrived to melt my more critical lens entirely, but it won me over with its nicely handled comedic touches, lovely performances, and both its clear-eyed positivity and its shamelessly huge heart.

Rated: 3.5/5

Jul 31, 2023

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Matthew Creith

Matinee With Matt

If not for Tom Hanks, "A Man Called Otto" might be a boring tale of one grumpy man's perseverance against the elements trying to take him down. But it's because of Hanks that the film succeeds.

Jul 25, 2023

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Synopsis

Based on the comical and moving New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower whose only joy comes from criticizing and judging his exasperated neighbors. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an unexpected friendship that will turn his world upside-down.

Director: Marc Forster
Executive Producer: Marc Forster, Renée Wolfe, Louise Rosner, David Magee, Michael Porseryd, Tim King, Sudie Smyth, Steven Shareshian, Celia D. Costas, Neda Backman, Tor Jonasson
Screenwriter: David Magee
Distributor: Columbia Pictures
Production Co: Playtone, Columbia Pictures, Sony Pictures, Stage 6 Films, SF Productions
Rating: PG-13 (Mature Thematic Material|Language|Suicide Attempts)
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jan 13, 2023, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Feb 28, 2023
Box Office (Gross USA): $64.1M
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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