Breakin' All the Rules
“When it comes to getting dumped... he wrote the book.”
After being dumped by his model girlfriend, aspiring writer Quincy Watson quits his job and is inspired to pen the ultimate how-to book on breaking up. When it becomes a smash bestseller, he starts giving his player cousin, Evan, choice tips on how to win the battle of the sexes. But when Evan's beautiful girlfriend Nikki gets wind of the plan, it's these players that end up getting played.
Where to watch Breakin' All the Rules in United States
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Where is Breakin' All the Rules streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | Sony One Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About Breakin' All the Rules
Breakin' All the Rules is a 2004 English-language comedy and romance film directed by Daniel Taplitz. The cast is led by Jamie Foxx, Morris Chestnut, Gabrielle Union. It has a runtime of 1h 25m. Viewers rate it 6.0/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Breakin' All the Rules was produced by Lisa Tornell Productions and Screen Gems and made in United States of America. It was released on May 14, 2004, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $10 million, it went on to gross $13 million worldwide.
- Director
- Daniel Taplitz
- Writers
- Daniel Taplitz
- Release date
- May 14, 2004
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $10 million
- Box office
- $13 million
- Production
- Lisa Tornell Productions, Screen Gems
Breakin' All the Rules cast & crew
Breakin' All the Rules was directed by Daniel Taplitz and written by Daniel Taplitz.
The cast features Jamie Foxx as Quincy Watson, Morris Chestnut as Evan, Gabrielle Union as Nikki, Peter MacNicol as Philip Gascon, Jennifer Esposito as Rita Monroe, and Bianca Lawson as Helen Sharp.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Marcus Miller, cinematography is by David Hennings, and it was produced by Lisa Tornell and Paddy Cullen.
Is Breakin' All the Rules worth watching?
Breakin' All the Rules holds an audience score of 6.0/10 from 103 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 1h 25m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy and romance, Breakin' All the Rules is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Breakin' All the Rules
Breakin' All the Rules isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
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Cast of Breakin' All the Rules
Jamie Foxx
Quincy Watson
Morris Chestnut
Evan
Gabrielle Union
Nikki
Peter MacNicol
Philip Gascon
Jennifer Esposito
Rita Monroe
Bianca Lawson
Helen Sharp
Jill Ritchie
Amy
Heather Headley
Self (Singer)
Octavia Spencer
Stylist
Danny Comden
Sam
Patrick Cranshaw
Mr. Lynch
Tate Taylor
Attendant
Breakin' All the Rules — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Breakin' All the Rules in United States?
Breakin' All the Rules is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
▸What language is Breakin' All the Rules in?
Breakin' All the Rules is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Breakin' All the Rules?
Breakin' All the Rules runs 1 hours 25 minutes (85 minutes).
▸What is Breakin' All the Rules rated?
Breakin' All the Rules is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.0/10 audience score from 103 ratings.
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