The Sweetest Thing

The Sweetest Thing

A romantic comedy without the sugar.

R 2002 · 84 min · ★ 5.6 (1K) · Romance, Comedy

Christina's love life is stuck in neutral. After years of avoiding the hazards of a meaningful relationship, one night while club-hopping with her girlfriends, she meets Peter, her perfect match. Fed up with playing games, she finally gets the courage to let her guard down and follow her heart, only to discover that Peter has suddenly left town. Accompanied by Courtney, she sets out to capture the one that got away.

Directed by Roger Kumble · Written by Nancy M. Pimental

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Cameron Diaz Christina Walters
Christina Applegate Courtney Rockcliffe
Selma Blair Jane Burns
Thomas Jane Peter Donahue
Jason Bateman Roger Donahue
Parker Posey Judy Webb
Lillian Adams Aunt Frida
Chelsea Bond Greta
Judith Chapman Judy's Mother
Joe Bellan Mr. Martin
Georgia Engel Vera
Jennifer Gimenez Mariangela

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