About a Boy (2002)

Will, who attends single parent meetings to woo women, meets Marcus, a troubled 12-year-old boy. As they become friends, Will learns to be responsible while he helps Marcus with his studies.

All Releases

Domestic (31.7%)
$41,385,278
International (68.3%)
$89,164,177
Worldwide
$130,549,455
Summary Details
Domestic DistributorUniversal Pictures
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Domestic Opening$8,557,630
Budget$30,000,000
Earliest Release DateApril 26, 2002 (United Kingdom)
MPAAPG-13
Running Time1 hr 41 min
GenresComedy Drama Romance
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