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The Family Man (2000)
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The Family Man (2000)

Comedy, Drama, Romance, Fantasy • 2h 5m

Overview

Jack's lavish, fast-paced lifestyle changes one Christmas night when he stumbles into a grocery store holdup and disarms the gunman. The next morning he wakes up in bed lying next to Kate, his college sweetheart he left in order to pursue his career, and to the horrifying discovery that his former life no longer exists. As he stumbles through this alternate suburban universe, Jack finds himself at a crossroad where he must choose between his high-power career and the woman he loves.

Director: Brett Ratner

Best English-Friendly Release

HD: Universal Blu-ray

4K: iTunes Streaming

Best Video Release

HD: Universal Blu-ray

4K: iTunes Streaming

Format

4K Streaming

Length

125 mins

Type

Movie

Last Updated

6 months ago
Best English-Friendly Release

HD: Universal Blu-ray

4K: iTunes Streaming

Best Video Release

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4K: iTunes Streaming

Format
4K Streaming
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Length
125 mins
Type
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Last Updated
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