A Man Called Otto
2023, English. Directed by Marc Forster.
Fall in love with the grumpiest man in America.
When a lively young family moves in next door, grumpy widower Otto Anderson meets his match in a quick-witted, pregnant woman named Marisol, leading to an unlikely friendship that turns his world upside down.
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch A Man Called Otto
A Man Called Otto is streaming on Sony Liv and Sony Pictures in India.
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Cast & crew
- Marc ForsterDirector
- Tom HanksOtto Anderson
- Mariana TreviñoMarisol
- Cameron BrittonJimmy
- Mack BaydaMalcolm
- Manuel Garcia-RulfoTommy
- Juanita JenningsAnita
- Peter Lawson JonesReuben
- Truman HanksYoung Otto
- Rachel KellerSonya
- John HigginsHardware Store Clerk
- Tony BinghamHardware Store Customer
- Lily KozubHardware Store Taylor
Details
- Released
- 10 February 2023
- Country
- Sweden, United States of America
- Written by
- David Magee
- Budget
- $50M
- Box office
- $113M
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What A Man Called Otto is based on
A Man Called Otto is based on A Man Called Ove, a 2015 film and A Man Called Ove, a 2012 novel by Fredrik Backman.
Film · 2015
A Man Called Ove
Novel · 2012
A Man Called Ove
By Fredrik Backman
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A Man Called Otto: quick answers
Is A Man Called Otto worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 3,862 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Man Called Otto?
A Man Called Otto runs 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Does A Man Called Otto have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Man Called Otto. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Man Called Otto parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Man Called Otto is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Man Called Otto on?
A Man Called Otto is streaming on Sony Liv and Sony Pictures in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Man Called Otto?
If you liked A Man Called Otto, try The Last Word, The Upside, Bob Trevino Likes It.
Who directed A Man Called Otto?
A Man Called Otto (2023) was directed by Marc Forster and stars Tom Hanks, Mariana Treviño, Cameron Britton.
What is A Man Called Otto based on?
A Man Called Otto is based on A Man Called Ove, a 2015 film and A Man Called Ove, a 2012 novel by Fredrik Backman.