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The Spectacular Now

  • 20132013
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  • 1h 35m
IMDb RATING
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Shailene Woodley and Miles Teller in The Spectacular Now (2013)
The tale of Sutter Keely, a high school senior and effortless charmer, and of how he unexpectedly falls in love with "the good girl" Aimee Finecky.
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  • Comedy
  • Drama
  • Romance

A hard-partying high school senior's philosophy on life changes when he meets the not-so-typical "nice girl."A hard-partying high school senior's philosophy on life changes when he meets the not-so-typical "nice girl."A hard-partying high school senior's philosophy on life changes when he meets the not-so-typical "nice girl."

IMDb RATING
7.1/10
152K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
2,992
180
  • Director
    • James Ponsoldt
  • Writers
    • Scott Neustadter(screenplay)
    • Michael H. Weber(screenplay)
    • Tim Tharp(novel)
  • Stars
    • Miles Teller
    • Shailene Woodley
    • Kyle Chandler
Top credits
  • Director
    • James Ponsoldt
  • Writers
    • Scott Neustadter(screenplay)
    • Michael H. Weber(screenplay)
    • Tim Tharp(novel)
  • Stars
    • Miles Teller
    • Shailene Woodley
    • Kyle Chandler
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 254User reviews
    • 234Critic reviews
    • 82Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 9 wins & 32 nominations

    Videos3

    Theatrical Trailer
    Trailer 2:22
    Theatrical Trailer
    Featurette
    Featurette 2:00
    Featurette
    What Roles Has Shailene Woodley Missed Out On?
    Video 3:04
    What Roles Has Shailene Woodley Missed Out On?

    Photos30

    Miles Teller in The Spectacular Now (2013)
    Shailene Woodley and Miles Teller in The Spectacular Now (2013)
    Shailene Woodley and Miles Teller in The Spectacular Now (2013)
    Shailene Woodley and Miles Teller in The Spectacular Now (2013)
    Shailene Woodley and Miles Teller in The Spectacular Now (2013)
    Shailene Woodley and Miles Teller in The Spectacular Now (2013)
    Shailene Woodley and Miles Teller in The Spectacular Now (2013)
    Shailene Woodley in The Spectacular Now (2013)
    Shailene Woodley and Miles Teller in The Spectacular Now (2013)
    Shailene Woodley and Miles Teller in The Spectacular Now (2013)
    Shailene Woodley and Miles Teller in The Spectacular Now (2013)
    Brie Larson and Shailene Woodley at an event for The Spectacular Now (2013)

    Top cast

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    Miles Teller
    Miles Teller
    • Sutteras Sutter
    Shailene Woodley
    Shailene Woodley
    • Aimeeas Aimee
    Kyle Chandler
    Kyle Chandler
    • Tommyas Tommy
    Jennifer Jason Leigh
    Jennifer Jason Leigh
    • Saraas Sara
    Brie Larson
    Brie Larson
    • Cassidyas Cassidy
    Masam Holden
    Masam Holden
    • Rickyas Ricky
    Dayo Okeniyi
    Dayo Okeniyi
    • Marcusas Marcus
    Nicci Roessler
    Nicci Roessler
    • Taraas Tara
    • (as Nicci Faires)
    Ava-Marie London
    • Bethanyas Bethany
    • (as Ava London)
    Whitney Goin
    Whitney Goin
    • Aimee's Momas Aimee's Mom
    Andre Royo
    Andre Royo
    • Mr. Asteras Mr. Aster
    Bob Odenkirk
    Bob Odenkirk
    • Danas Dan
    Mary Elizabeth Winstead
    Mary Elizabeth Winstead
    • Hollyas Holly
    Levi Miller
    • Erik Wolffas Erik Wolff
    E. Roger Mitchell
    E. Roger Mitchell
    • Doctoras Doctor
    Kaitlyn Dever
    Kaitlyn Dever
    • Kristalas Kristal
    Gary Weeks
    Gary Weeks
    • Joeas Joe
    Logan Mack
    • Codyas Cody
    • Director
      • James Ponsoldt
    • Writers
      • Scott Neustadter(screenplay)
      • Michael H. Weber(screenplay)
      • Tim Tharp(novel)
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    Storyline

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    Sutter Keely lives in the now. It's a good place for him. A high school senior, charming and self-possessed, he's the life of the party, loves his job at a men's clothing store, and has no plans for the future. A budding alcoholic, he's never far from his supersized, whiskey-fortified thirst-master cup. But after being dumped by his girlfriend, Sutter gets drunk and wakes up on a lawn with Aimee Finecky hovering over him. She's different: the "nice girl" who reads science fiction and doesn't have a boyfriend. While Aimee has dreams of a future, Sutter lives in the impressive delusion of a spectacular now, yet somehow, they're drawn together. —Production
    • first kiss
    • coming of age
    • drunkenness
    • underage drinking
    • loss of virginity
    • 277 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • Hits You Like A Shot In The Heart.
    • Genres
      • Comedy
      • Drama
      • Romance
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for alcohol use, language and some sexuality - all involving teens
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      According to the director, he was worried that Miles Teller and Shailene Woodley wouldn't get along after he saw them interact at a lunch he arranged. Teller (who was late to meeting because he had been in Las Vegas with friends the night before) was outgoing and energetic, while Woodley, though amused by Teller, was quiet and for the most part kept to herself unless she was spoken to. After the lunch was over and the director was driving away, he noticed Woodley and Teller talking in the parking lot, but decided to leave them alone - he later found out that the two of them spent two hours talking and getting to know each other in the parking lot. Teller and Woodley are now close friends.
    • Goofs
      When Bethany and Tara drive up next to Sutter and Ricky, a view from behind both cars reveals that they both have the same license plate number.
    • Quotes

      Sutter: The best thing about now, is that there's another one tomorrow.

    • Alternate versions
      On TV airings, the opening flashback sex scene was removed, beer labels were blurred and the long love scene between Aimee and Sutter was notably shortened. Some profanities were also muted.
    • Connections
      Featured in The 2014 Film Independent Spirit Awards (2014)
    • Soundtracks
      Live Fast, Love Hard, Die Young
      Written by Joe Allison

      Performed by Faron Young

      Courtesy of Dominion Entertainment Inc.

      Under license from Sony/ATV Music Publishing

    User reviews254

    Review
    Top review
    8/10
    A rare worthy entry into teen Dramedy genre
    Greetings again from the darkness. Coming-of-age teen dramas with a comedic flair that speak to that tumultuous period of life are rarely worthy of discussion. The exceptions hover film greatness: Rebel Without a Cause, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Dazed and Confused, The Breakfast Club, and Say Anything ... Along comes young director James Ponsoldt and his adaptation of Tim Tharp's novel. While not perfect and falling just short of the level of those classics, it is nonetheless a welcome addition and quite interesting.

    It's tempting to call Sutter (played by up-and-comer Miles Teller) a happy-go-lucky kid. He's the frat boy type - quick with a quip, smooth with the parents and girls, and the envy of the masses. That term would be misapplied to a kid who not only is never without his flask, but also gives them as gifts. He uses his wit and booze to dull the pain of his aimless existence. We see his lackadaisical efforts at completing a college admission form, and it's used as a plot device to track Sutter's progression through the film.

    Brie Larson is terrific as Sutter's perfect match ... right up until she decides that his philosophy of living in the now (even spectacularly) doesn't leave hope for much of a future. After an extreme night of drinking and partying, Sutter gets awakened while laying in a neighbor's front yard. Shailene Woodley (The Descendants) is Aimee Finicky who recognizes the popular Sutter, even though he has no idea who she is. Slowly, the two connect on a level previously unknown to either ... some good, some not so wise (just like real teenagers).

    This couple of opposites learn much from each other, and soon enough, Sutter is confronting his long last father (Kyle Chandler). No real surprises what he discovers, but it's a life lesson that must be learned. Sutter seeks more from his remaining family - a big sister (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) who escaped the grind, and a workaholic mom (Jennifer Jason Leigh) doing her best to provide hope for Sutter.

    The script is co-written by Scott Neustadter and Michael Weber who also wrote (500) Days of Summer. John Hughes and Cameron Crowe proved they could present teen dilemmas in an entertaining way, and this one follows the same structure. This is a dialogue-heavy story as Sutter and Aimee struggle alone and together to figure out life's next steps.

    I will say that for the first few minutes of the movie, I found Sutter to be the kind of guy that I would typically have no interest in. Tip of the cap to the filmmakers and Miles Teller for turning that around. It should also be noted that Shailene Woodley is so naturally affecting, that her character never comes across as anything but sincere. Given the state of today's mainstream coming of age stories, this one definitely deserves a look and could gather some attention come awards time.
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    Details

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    • Release date
      • September 13, 2013 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Official Facebook
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • El esplendoroso presente
    • Filming locations
      • Athens, Georgia, USA
    • Production companies
      • Andrew Lauren Productions
      • 21 Laps Entertainment
      • Global Produce
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $2,500,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $6,854,611
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $197,415
      • Aug 4, 2013
    • Gross worldwide
      • $6,918,591
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 35 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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