Same Kind of Different as Me
2017, English. Directed by Michael Carney.
Based On The Incredible True Story That Inspired Millions
International art dealer Ron Hall must befriend a dangerous homeless man in order to save his struggling marriage to his wife, a woman whose dreams will lead all three of them on the journey of their lives.
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 281 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Same Kind of Different as Me
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Details
- Released
- 20 October 2017
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Alexander Foard, Ron Hall, Michael Carney
- Box office
- $6.4M
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What Same Kind of Different as Me is based on
Same Kind of Different as Me is based on Same Kind of Different as Me, a 2006 novel by Ron Hall and Lynn Vincent.
Novel · 2006
Same Kind of Different as Me
By Ron Hall and Lynn Vincent
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Same Kind of Different as Me: quick answers
Is Same Kind of Different as Me worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 281 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Same Kind of Different as Me?
Same Kind of Different as Me runs 119 minutes (1h 59m).
Does Same Kind of Different as Me have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Same Kind of Different as Me. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Same Kind of Different as Me parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Same Kind of Different as Me is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Same Kind of Different as Me on?
Same Kind of Different as Me isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Same Kind of Different as Me?
If you liked Same Kind of Different as Me, try The Starling, Mr. Church, The Intouchables.
Who directed Same Kind of Different as Me?
Same Kind of Different as Me (2017) was directed by Michael Carney and stars Greg Kinnear, Djimon Hounsou, Renée Zellweger.
What is Same Kind of Different as Me based on?
Same Kind of Different as Me is based on Same Kind of Different as Me, a 2006 novel by Ron Hall and Lynn Vincent.