As Good as It Gets (1997) Also Known As: Old Friends Country: USA Language: English watch trailors

As Good as It Gets (1997)

A single mother and waitress, a misanthropic author, and a gay artist form an unlikely friendship after the artist is assaulted in a robbery.

Director: James L. Brooks
Writers: Mark Andrus (story), Mark Andrus (screenplay)
Stars: Jack Nicholson, Helen Hunt, Greg Kinnear
Cast
Cast overview, first billed only:
Jack Nicholson ... Melvin Udall
Helen Hunt ... Carol Connelly
Greg Kinnear ... Simon Bishop
Cuba Gooding Jr. ... Frank Sachs
Skeet Ulrich ... Vincent
Shirley Knight ... Beverly
Yeardley Smith ... Jackie
Lupe Ontiveros ... Nora
Jill the Dog ... Verdell (as Jill)
Timer the Dog ... Supporting Dog (as Timer)
Billy the Dog ... Supporting Dog (as Billy)
Bibi Osterwald ... Neighbor Woman
Ross Bleckner ... Carl
Bernadette Balagtas ... Caterer
Jaffe Cohen ... Partygoer
Storyline
New York City. Melvin Udall, a cranky, bigoted, obsessive-compulsive writer, finds his life turned upside down when neighboring gay artist Simon is hospitalized and his dog is entrusted to Melvin. In addition, Carol, the only waitress who will tolerate him, must leave work to care for her sick son, making it impossible for Melvin to eat breakfast.
Plot Summary | Plot Synopsis
Plot Keywords: obsessive compulsive disorder | unlikely friendship | friendship | dog | male objectification
Taglines: Brace yourself for Melvin.
Genres: Comedy | Drama | Romance
Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated PG-13 on appeal for strong language, thematic elements, nudity and a beating | See all certifications
Parents Guide: View content advisory
Details
Country: USA
Language: English
Release Date: 25 December 1997 (USA)
Also Known As: Old Friends
Filming Locations: West 10th Street, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
Box Office
Budget:$50,000,000 (estimated)
Opening Weekend USA: $12,606,928, 28 December 1997
Gross USA: $148,478,011
Cumulative Worldwide Gross: $314,178,011
Company Credits
Production Co: TriStar Pictures, Gracie Films
Technical Specs
Runtime: 139 min
Sound Mix: SDDS | Dolby
Color: Color (Technicolor)
Aspect Ratio: 1.85 : 1