How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
Comedy Romance

How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days

Feb 7, 2003 116 min PG-13 TMDb 6.9/10 IMDb 6.5/10 Rotten Tomatoes 42%

One of them is lying. So is the other.

It's the battle of wills, as Andie needs to prove she can dump a guy in 10 days, whereas Ben needs to prove he can win a girl in 10 days. Now, the clock is ticking—and the wildly entertaining comedy smash is off and running in this irresistible tale of sex, lies and outrageous romantic fireworks!

Director: Donald Petrie Writers: Kristen Buckley, Brian Regan, Burr Steers US
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Original titleHow to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
TaglineOne of them is lying. So is the other.
Release dateFeb 7, 2003
Runtime116 min
Content ratingPG-13
Certification regionUS
TMDb rating6.9
DirectorDonald Petrie
WritersKristen Buckley, Brian Regan, Burr Steers
ProductionParamount Pictures, Robert Evans Productions, Lynda Obst Productions, Christine Peters Productions
Budget$50,000,000
Revenue$177,500,000
Languageen
CountryUS
IMDbtt0251127

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TMDb 6.9/10 4,473 votes Source
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signsoflife Jan 8, 2026 5.0/10

Interesting premise, didn't move me though, it bore me. Was hoping they would end up apart for half the movie. I'm never falling for Matthew McConaughey propaganda.

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Alunauwie Sep 29, 2025 10.0/10

How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days delivers a predictable yet delightfully entertaining romantic comedy, based on a picture book but with original characters. With natural performances, witty moments, and a well-structured plot, the film balances absurd humor and emotional depth. Its easygoing tone makes it a perfect rewatchable choice for anyone craving feel-good fun. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)

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Andre Gonzales Jul 4, 2023 10.0/10

Very clever thought out movie. So funny I can't help but like this movie. One is trying to make her fall in love in days, and the other one is trying to make him break up with her in 10 days.

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The Movie Mob Sep 14, 2022 9.0/10

**I would be bold enough to say if you don’t like this film, it’s because you hate joy… that’s dramatic, but still, it’s a good movie.** How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days is the gold standard of RomComs. Charming leads, quirky characters, a ridiculous but fun premise, drama, character growth and development, and romance all crammed into a wonderful film that is worth watching again and again. McConaughey and Hudson’s chemistry elevates this 2003 RomCom from typical to delightful and was so great they reunited for a sec...

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