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In keeping with the light and slick tones of her earlier film What Women Want, Nancy Meyers writes and directs the romantic comedy Something's Gotta Give. Jack Nicholson plays Harry Langer, a swinging... read more read more... sixtysomething entertainment executive surrounded by plenty of young girlfriends. His latest romance is young petite sophisticate Marin (Amanda Peet), who takes him to her mother's beach house in the Hamptons for a weekend fling. However, Marin's successful Broadway playwright mother Erica Barry (Diane Keaton) is already vacationing at the house with her sister Zoe (Frances McDormand). Marin and Harry stay anyway, and Harry ends up having a heart attack. He goes to the hospital and is looked after by thirtysomething doctor Julian Mercer (Keanu Reeves). Impressed by her writing, Dr. Mercer finds himself pursuing a romance with Erica. Because of his serious health condition, he orders Harry to stay near the hospital. While Marin returns to Manhattan, Erica agrees to stay on and look after Harry. Of course they are repulsed by each other at first, but they end up falling in love throughout the recovery process. Also starring Jon Favreau as Harry's assistant. ~ Andrea LeVasseur, Rovi

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DVD Release Date: March 30, 2004

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  • August 15, 2011
    A very interesting Rom Com, not a perfect one, but Jack Nicholson and Diane Keaton make this a wonder and a treat and is considered one of my favorite Diane Keaton films.
  • July 13, 2011
    When it comes to romantic comedies you really can't do any better than Nancy Meyers' "Something's Gotta Give." Meyers is the queen of the genre because she understands what makes it truly work. Meyers proves that with wonderfully likable actors playing wonderfully ironic characte... read morers coupled with a story that is relatable and timely, the genre conventions will fall away. "Something's Gotta Give" is romantic and shiny but real and tender. The film is overflowing with pathos and pleasure. Diane Keaton and Jack Nicholson deftly handle the films emotional moments and situational comedy with ease.
  • June 23, 2011
    Great film! Diane Keaton and Jack Nicholson were hilarious. A must see! The viagra scene was hysterical! Really surprisingly funny!
  • April 30, 2011
    Jack Nicholson is a phonoemenal actor and he was so funny and entertaining in this movie and so was Diane Keaton. One of my favorite parts was when Nicholson saw Keaton naked. Adore this movie!!! See it!!! I love this movie!!!! Its just great. :) Just wonderful :) I love Jack! :... read more) <3 A great movie!!! :) :) :)
  • April 26, 2011
    Great romantic comedy from Nancy Meyers. Jack Nicholson, Diane Keaton, Keanu Reeves, Frances McDormand, and Amanda Peet all give outstanding performances. Very entertaining!
  • April 10, 2011
    Director Nancy Meyers is no stranger to romantic comedies. In fact, it's her forte and your never left in any doubt as to what a film of hers will consist of. This is no different, but does have the added bonus of a more than watchable cast.
    Record label boss Harry Sanborn (Jack ... read moreNicholson) only dates women who are half his age. But when he suffers a heart attack at the home of his girlfriend's mother, playwright Erica Barry (Diane Keaton), he's surprised to find himself falling for this intelligent, mature woman - even though she's being courted by Harry's young doctor (Keanu Reeves).
    I'm not a fan of the rom-com genre but when it's a selection of appealing actors delivering delightful performances, it's hard to say no. It's great to see Nicholson and Keaton sparring again, 22 years after their last collaboration in "Reds" in 1981 and how often do you get a film that has veterans such as these two great actors sharing screen time with the successful names of today, like Keanu Reeves and Frances McDormand? It doesn't pretend to be anything other than an enjoyable romantic tale and for that reason you can sit back and know exactly what your in for, with the always reliable actors adding to the predictable comfort of it all.
    Lighthearted love fluff, that works well for what it is and maintains a level of entertainment throughout, thanks to it's star wattage.
  • December 5, 2010
    well cast~! Jack Nicholson Dianne Keaton Keanu Reeves...lots of laughter in this one.
    erica barrys (dianne keaton) daughter marin barry (Amanda Peet) brings her much older boyfriend, a rap record executive played by (Jack nicholson), to the Hamptons for a weekend. After Jack has... read more a heart attack, he winds up recuperating at the ocean-side retreat while Diane works on her latest play.
    Jacks a cigar-smoking, promiscuous older man who faces his own cardiac-impaired aging while getting stuck with turtle-necked Diane at her nonsmoking beach palace~!!!! They begin to fall in and out of love, usually while in their pajamas,lol between walks along the beach and late night refrigerator raids, they discover the advantages of living in-not for-the moment~!
  • October 11, 2010
    As a playwright, I am offended by the vapid revenge play Diane Keaton's character, Erica Barry, a "successful playwright," writes. Personal issues aside, the characters lack any true motivation. They just play a game of romantic musical chairs. Oh Keanu Reeves. Just don't ope... read moren your mouth, and you're fine.
  • August 15, 2009
    This film is just too charming and fun to dislike it. This type of movie isn't my thing, but the chemistry and acting, and characters make it too loveable. It does lose some steam around the 90 minute mark or so, but it recovers enough to keep the film afloat. Worth seeing, wheth... read moreer it's really your thing or not. There's a lot to like with this movie.
  • January 26, 2009
    Filmed in the Hamptons (Gosh I miss home). I am glad I didn't see this in the Movie theater as I would have been thrown out for laughing so loud and hard. I never have laugh so much for one movie. Diane Keaton is one beautiful lady. She plays her part with gusto. No one other the... read moren Jack Nicholson could play this part and keep everyone laughing, when we lose Jack we will lose comedy as only he can perform it. The scene where he sees Diane naked is one that will leave you laughing even after the movie is over. Top shelve in my collection 5 stars.

Critic Reviews


Mick LaSalle
January 15, 2004
Mick LaSalle, San Francisco Chronicle

The moments between the characters are absolutely full. It's a pleasure to watch such consummate professionals. Full Review

Andrew Sarris
January 8, 2004
Andrew Sarris, New York Observer

Ms. Keaton projects her wondrously warm personality, and the erstwhile Jake Gittes keeps us entertained with a sense of irony that keeps things from getting too sticky. Full Review

Rex Reed
December 18, 2003
Rex Reed, New York Observer

A comedy of manners (and mannerisms) with two of the most mannered movie stars of our time, Diane Keaton and Jack Nicholson, acting all over the place until you surrender with the ecstasy of pure plea...

David Edelstein
December 15, 2003
David Edelstein, Slate

The movie itself reveals nothing, but it's entertaining. Full Review

Charles Taylor
December 13, 2003
Charles Taylor, Salon.com

Something's Gotta Give is exactly the kind of 'adult' dreck that you'd expect to see on Broadway.

Robert Denerstein
December 12, 2003
Robert Denerstein, Denver Rocky Mountain News

In a rare -- if not entirely convincing -- bow to older audiences, Something's Gotta Give teams Nicholson with Diane Keaton in a romantic comedy that's funnier than it is trenchant.

Stephen Hunter
December 12, 2003
Stephen Hunter, Washington Post

The film Meyers has fashioned is generally quite amusing, with a brilliant cast.

Desson Thomson
December 12, 2003
Desson Thomson, Washington Post

Meyers's movie is too well done to call it anything but good entertainment.

Peter Howell
December 12, 2003
Peter Howell, Toronto Star

There's a lot of pleasure in watching seasoned pros like Nicholson and Keaton do their pas de deux of late-blooming romance. Full Review

Joe Baltake
December 12, 2003
Joe Baltake, Sacramento Bee

While there's a lot to be said for a serious deep-think piece, and a raw, independent film can be invigorating, nothing quite matches a slick, gleaming Hollywood production when it's done right -- and... Full Review

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Facts


    • Harry Sanborn: No words can ever express my gratitude for taking me in and taking care of me and-
    • Erica Barry: Hey, Your heart attack could be the best thing that ever happened to me.
    • Harry Sanborn: Erica. You are a woman to love.
    • Erica Barry: [leaves room] 'You are... You are a woman to love.' What the hell does that mean?

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