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The Next Best Thing (2000)

English comedy drama film directed by John Schlesinger

Film facts

Runtime
1h 43m 103 min
Released
3 March 2000
Language
English

Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.

The Next Best Thing has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes (103 min). The English film released on 3 March 2000. It is directed by John Schlesinger and stars Madonna, Rupert Everett and Benjamin Bratt.

Cast and crew

Cinematography
Elliot Davis
Written by
Tom Ropelewski
Produced by
Tom Rosenberg, Leslie Dixon, Gary Lucchesi
Production
Lakeshore Entertainment, Touchstone Pictures
Distribution
Paramount Pictures, Netflix

Box office, awards and more

Set in
California

Release and where to watch

In theatres
3 March 2000
On OTT
Netflix date not announced

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of The Next Best Thing?

The Next Best Thing has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes, or 103 min.

When did The Next Best Thing release?

The Next Best Thing released on 3 March 2000.

Who directed The Next Best Thing?

The Next Best Thing is directed by John Schlesinger.

Who is in the cast of The Next Best Thing?

The cast of The Next Best Thing includes Madonna, Rupert Everett, Benjamin Bratt, Michael Vartan, Josef Sommer and Lynn Redgrave.

Where can I watch The Next Best Thing online?

The Next Best Thing streams on Netflix.

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