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Poetic License

2025-09-06 · 117 min · ★ 6.0

Comedy

Liz, a former therapist and soon-to-be empty nester, becomes the unexpected point of tension between two inseparable best friends and college seniors, Sam and Ari. Liz is forced to re-examine her life as the boys' friendship unravels in a fierce competition for her affection.

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Directors
Maude Apatow
Production companies
Jewelbox Pictures, Apatow Productions, Levantine Films
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Leslie MannLeslie MannLiz Cassidy
Andrew Barth FeldmanAndrew Barth FeldmanSam Soloman
Cooper HoffmanCooper HoffmanAri Zimmer
Nico ParkerNico ParkerDora Cassidy
Method ManMethod ManJames Cassidy
Martha KellyMartha KellyProfessor Greta Ellis
Will PriceWill PriceMax
Jake BongioviJulian Bende
Maisy StellaMaisy StellaGrace Wilson
Jayla WaltonJayla WaltonKyra
Angelina DavidAngelina DavidStudent (Uncredited)

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