Win Win (2011) movie poster

Win Win (2011)

"In the game of life, you can't lose 'em all."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 42%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 85% (RT: 95%, MC: 75) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaComedy

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Director
Runtime
1h 46m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.8/10 (547 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
95%
Metacritic
75
Cast
Paul Giamatti as Mike Flaherty
Amy Ryan as Jackie Flaherty
Bobby Cannavale as Terry Delfino
Jeffrey Tambor as Vigman
Burt Young as Leo Poplar
Melanie Lynskey as Cindy Timmons
Alex Shaffer as Kyle
Margo Martindale as Eleanor
Audiences say no. Just 42% of audiences liked it based on 547 votes. Critics rated it higher at 85%, but audiences were less impressed.
Overview
When down-on-his-luck part-time high school wrestling coach Mike agrees to become legal guardian to an elderly man, his ward's troubled grandson turns out to be a star grappler, sparking dreams of a big win -- until the boy's mother retrieves him. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Win Win was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Paul Giamatti spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • Tom McCarthy cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Win Win is a 2011 drama, comedy film directed by Tom McCarthy. When down-on-his-luck part-time high school wrestling coach Mike agrees to become legal guardian to an elderly man, his ward's troubled grandson turns out to be a star grappler, sparking dreams of a big win -- until the boy's mother retrieves him. The film has been rated by 547 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, Win Win 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. Win Win (2011) 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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