Smart People
"Sometimes the smartest people have the most to learn"
Originally released in 2008. Smart People is a comedy/drama film. directed by Noam Murro.
Starring Dennis Quaid, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Elliot Page
Synopsis
Professor Lawrence Wetherhold might be imperiously brilliant, monumentally self-possessed and an intellectual giant -- but when it comes to solving the conundrums of love and family, he's as downright flummoxed as the next guy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 11, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (276 votes)
Budget
$7M
Production budget
Box Office
$10.6M
1.5x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Dennis Quaid
as Lawrence Wetherhold
Sarah Jessica Parker
as Janet Hartigan
Elliot Page
as Vanessa Wetherhold
Thomas Haden Church
as Chuck Wetherhold
Ashton Holmes
as James Wetherhold
Jane Mowder
as Julia Knight
Barret Hackney
as Joseph
Christine Lahti
as Nancy
Camille Mana
as Missy
David Denman
as William
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $7,000,000
- Revenue
- $10,569,964
Production Companies
- GEM Global Entertainment Magyar
- Miramax
- Sherazade Film Development
- Groundswell Productions
- QED International
- Corduroy Films
- Visitor Pictures
- Chesterfield Writer's Film Project
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smart People about?
Professor Lawrence Wetherhold might be imperiously brilliant, monumentally self-possessed and an intellectual giant -- but when it comes to solving the conundrums of love and family, he's as downri...
Who directed Smart People?
Smart People was directed by Noam Murro.
How long is Smart People?
Smart People has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Smart People released?
Smart People was released on April 11, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Smart People?
The main cast of Smart People includes Dennis Quaid, Sarah Jessica Parker, Elliot Page, Thomas Haden Church, Ashton Holmes.
Is Smart People worth watching?
Smart People has a user rating of 5.8/10 based on 276 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.