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IMDb rating
7.5
Critic rating Average critic rating
6.9

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awahisaac
Awah isaac
rated 8

Good entertainment

1 year ago
daniel2643
celesteramirez
celeste ramirez
rated 4

There’s not plot twist at all

2 years ago
edward_lindqvist
Edward Lindqvist
rated 7

Original version (Swedish) brings a much better authenticity to it making it a lot better - a reasonably good remake this one though

2 years ago
vadimtumanyan
Vadim Tumanyan
rated 5

Swedish version is way better

2 years ago
christen5
Christen
rated 10

Heartwarming

2 years ago

Cast & Crew

Marc Forster
Director
Tom Hanks
As Otto Anderson
Joe Fishel
As Doctor (uncredited)
Mike Birbiglia
As Dye & Merica Real Estate Agent
William Paul Clark
As Dye & Merica Agent #2 '83
Mariana Treviño
As Marisol

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What is A Man Called Otto about? Toggle content

In "A Man Called Otto," we meet a grumpy widower named Otto who has lost the spark in his life after the death of his beloved wife. He spends his days criticizing neighbors and dreaming of ending it all, but everything changes when a lively young family moves in next door. This new family introduces him to unexpected warmth and friendship, particularly through the witty and pregnant Marisol. Through comical yet touching interactions, Otto begins to rediscover joy and connection as he confronts his grief and loneliness. The film masterfully balances humor with heartfelt moments, exploring themes of love, loss, and the power of community in healing one's heart.

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A Man Called Otto was released in theaters on January 1, 2023.