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The Answer Man

He wrote the book on life's big questions. But the truth is he hasn't got a clue.

2009★ 6.2 · 1441h 35mComedyRomance

Overview

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.

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Cast

Kat Dennings
as Dahlia

Tony Hale
as Mailman

Olivia Thirlby
as Anne

Jeff Daniels
as Arlen Faber

Lauren Graham
as Elizabeth

Morgan Turner
as Singing Daughter

Nora Dunn
as Terry Fraser

Annie Corley
as Mrs. Gold

Lou Taylor Pucci
as Kris Lucas

Peter Patrikios
as Ross

Jeffrey Mowery
as Fan of Arlen Faber (uncredited)

Greg Wood
as Businessman

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Release date: 2009-01-18

Revenue: $26,676

Runtime: 1h 35m

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ComedyRomance

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