As Good as It Gets
1997, English. Directed by James L. Brooks.
A comedy from the heart that goes for the throat.
A misanthropic author, a single mother and waitress, and a gay artist form an unlikely friendship after the artist is assaulted in a robbery.
- Runtime
- 2h 19m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Worth the Hype
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7.4/10 from 4,317 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch As Good as It Gets
As Good as It Gets is streaming on Sony Liv and Sony Pictures in India.
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Cast & crew
- James L. BrooksDirector
- Jack NicholsonMelvin Udall
- Helen HuntCarol Connelly
- Greg KinnearSimon Bishop
- Cuba Gooding Jr.Frank Sachs
- Shirley KnightBeverly Connelly
- Jesse JamesSpencer Connelly
- Yeardley SmithJackie Simpson
- Lupe OntiverosNora Manning
- Skeet UlrichVincent Lopiano
- Harold RamisDr. Bettes
- Lawrence KasdanDr. Green
- Bibi OsterwaldNeighbor Woman
Details
- Released
- 19 December 1997
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Mark Andrus, James L. Brooks
- Budget
- $50M
- Box office
- $314M
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As Good as It Gets: quick answers
Is As Good as It Gets worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 4,317 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is As Good as It Gets?
As Good as It Gets runs 139 minutes (2h 19m).
Does As Good as It Gets have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for As Good as It Gets. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
As Good as It Gets parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
As Good as It Gets is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is As Good as It Gets on?
As Good as It Gets is streaming on Sony Liv and Sony Pictures in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like As Good as It Gets?
If you liked As Good as It Gets, try New York Stories, Great Expectations, Before We Go.
Who directed As Good as It Gets?
As Good as It Gets (1997) was directed by James L. Brooks and stars Jack Nicholson, Helen Hunt, Greg Kinnear.