The Switch (2010)

The most unexpected comedy ever conceived.

The Switch (2010) poster

Kassie is a smart, fun-loving single woman who, despite her neurotic best friend Wally’s objections, decides it’s time to have a baby – even if it means doing it herself… with a little help from a charming sperm donor. But, unbeknownst to her, Kassie’s plans go awry because of a last-minute switch that isn’t discovered until seven years later… when Wally gets acquainted with Kassie’s cute, though slightly neurotic, son.

Director: Josh Gordon, Will Speck
Genre: Comedy, Romance, Drama
Runtime: 101 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Alex Wurman
Cinematography: Jess Hall
Editing: John Axelrad
Production: Mandate Pictures, Echo Films, Miramax, Bona Fide Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $19M
Box Office: $50M
Original Language: en

Themes

One-Night Stands and Consequences, Pregnancy News: Joy and Anxiety, Secret Crush and Heartfelt Yearning, Overwhelming Shame and Silence

Keywords

new york city, pregnancy, hypochondriac, little boy, single mother, based on short story, sperm donor, artificial insemination, precocious child, neurotic, wanting to have children, drunkenness, no memory, secret, best friends

Trailer

The Switch Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Switch about?
Kassie is a smart, fun-loving single woman who, despite her neurotic best friend Wally’s objections, decides it’s time to have a baby – even if it means doing it herself… with a little help from a charming sperm donor. But, unbeknownst to her, Kassie’s plans go awry because of a last-minute switch that isn’t discovered until seven years later… when Wally gets acquainted with Kassie’s cute, though slightly neurotic, son.
Who directed The Switch?
The Switch was directed by Josh Gordon, Will Speck.
Who stars in The Switch?
The Switch stars Jennifer Aniston, Jason Bateman, Patrick Wilson, Thomas Robinson, Jeff Goldblum, Juliette Lewis.
How long is The Switch?
The Switch has a runtime of 1h 41m (101 minutes).
What genre is The Switch?
The Switch is a Comedy, Romance, Drama film.
What is the budget of The Switch?
The Switch had a budget of $19M.
How much did The Switch gross?
The Switch grossed $50M worldwide.
Where was The Switch produced?
The Switch was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of The Switch?
The themes of The Switch include: One-Night Stands and Consequences, Pregnancy News: Joy and Anxiety, Secret Crush and Heartfelt Yearning, Overwhelming Shame and Silence.