Charlie Bartlett (2008) movie poster

Charlie Bartlett (2008)

"Popularity is a state of mind."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 67%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 56% (RT: 58%, MC: 54) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyDramaRomance

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Director
Jon Poll
Runtime
1h 37m
Country
United States of America, Canada
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.7/10 (682 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
58%
Metacritic
54
Cast
Anton Yelchin as Charlie Bartlett
Robert Downey Jr. as Nathan Gardner
Hope Davis as Marilyn Bartlett
Kat Dennings as Susan Gardner
Tyler Hilton as Murphy Bivens
Mark Rendall as Kip Crombwell
Dylan Taylor as Len Arbuckle
Megan Park as Whitney Drummond
It's divisive. Only 67% of audiences liked it based on 682 votes. Critics gave it 56%.
Overview
Awkward teenager Charlie Bartlett has trouble fitting in at a new high school. Charlie needs some friends fast, and decides that the best way to find them is to appoint himself the resident psychiatrist. He becomes one of the most popular guys in school by doling out advice and, occasionally, medication, to the student body. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Charlie Bartlett was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 2008 among dedicated fans.
  • The iconic poster for Charlie Bartlett was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Charlie Bartlett is a 2008 comedy, drama, romance film directed by Jon Poll. Awkward teenager Charlie Bartlett has trouble fitting in at a new high school. Charlie needs some friends fast, and decides that the best way to find them is to appoint himself the resident psychiatrist.

He becomes one of the most popular guys in school by doling out advice and, occasionally, medication, to the student body. The film has been rated by 682 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Charlie Bartlett delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Charlie Bartlett (2008) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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