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Going the Distance

Play trailer Poster for Going the Distance R,  2010,  1h 45m,  Romance/ Comedy Play Trailer Watchlist
Watchlist 54% 164 Reviews Tomatometer 52% 50,000+ Ratings Popcornmeter
54% Tomatometer 164 Reviews 52% Popcornmeter 50,000+ Ratings
Erin (Drew Barrymore) and Garrett (Justin Long) are very much in love. When Erin moves to San Francisco to finish her journalism degree and Garrett stays behind in New York to work in the music industry, they gamely keep the romance alive with webcams and frequent-flyer miles. But just when it seems the lovers will soon be reunited, they each score a big break that could separate them for good.
Going the Distance

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Critics Consensus

It's timelier and a little more honest than most romantic comedies, but Drew Barrymore and Justin Long's screen chemistry doesn't make up for Going the Distance's overall flatness.

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Candice Frederick Reel Talk Online Sep 9, 2017
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Unfortunately, Going the Distance doesn't take audiences far enough. Go to Full Review
Sukhdev Sandhu Daily Telegraph (UK) Sep 10, 2010
3/5
An economy-class Up in the Air. Go to Full Review
Anthony Quinn Independent (UK) Sep 10, 2010
2/5
And here we are right back in romcomsville. Go to Full Review
Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com Sep 9, 2020
3.5/4.0
This easygoing, good-hearted, and spirited romantic comedy is a great end to Summer 2010. Go to Full Review
Sarah Knight Adamson Sarah's Backstage Pass Jan 14, 2020
3/4
Very funny script, charming leads and memorable supporting characters. Go to Full Review
Amie Simon Three Imaginary Girls Mar 8, 2019
Let's be honest: any flaws the film has are over shadowed by the sheer adorableness of the two leads. Go to Full Review
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Theodore L Feb 26, 2012 There are a lot better rom com's out there and there are tons of better Drew Barrymore films. This is a reasonable choice if you have nothing else to watch. There are a few clever lines and a few feel good moments. The premise rings true in that in 6 short weeks, a romantic summer fling can turn into a lifetime love. See more
Leia S Aug 23, 2011 This is a lovely romantic comedy! The characters are funny, Drew Barrymore does a great job like always. How far, huh? Who knew long distance relationship brought so much weird situations... Well, I'm saying thank you, 'cause it made me have a great time. Ce film était une bonne comédie romantique. Les personnages étaient drôles et Drew Barrymore fait un très bon travail comme à son habitude. Jusqu'où, hein ? Qui aurait cru que les relations longue distance créaient des situations si bizarres... Eh bien, je dis merci! Cela m'a fait passer un bon moment. See more
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Nanette Burstein

Director

Drew Barrymore

Erin

Justin Long

Garrett

Charlie Day

Dan

Jason Sudeikis

Box

Christina Applegate

Corinne

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Synopsis Erin (Drew Barrymore) and Garrett (Justin Long) are very much in love. When Erin moves to San Francisco to finish her journalism degree and Garrett stays behind in New York to work in the music industry, they gamely keep the romance alive with webcams and frequent-flyer miles. But just when it seems the lovers will soon be reunited, they each score a big break that could separate them for good.
Director
Nanette Burstein
Producer
Adam Shankman, Jennifer Gibgot, Garrett Grant
Screenwriter
Geoff LaTulippe
Distributor
Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co
New Line Cinema, Offspring Entertainment
Rating
R (Dialogue|Brief Nudity|Language Throughout|Sexual Content|Some Drug Use)
Genre
Romance, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 3, 2010, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 1, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA)
$17.8M
Runtime
1h 45m
Sound Mix
SDDS, Dolby Digital, DTS
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