In Good Company
In Good Company

In Good Company

2004Movie110 minEnglish

Dan Foreman is a seasoned advertisement sales executive at a high-ranking publication when a corporate takeover results in him being placed under naive supervisor Carter Duryea, who is half his age. Matters are made worse when Dan's new supervisor becomes romantically involved with his daughter an 18 year-old college student Alex.

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IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes80%
Metacritic66/100
Google Users82%
Director: Paul WeitzGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A veteran advertising executive, Dan Foreman, finds his life turned upside down when his company is acquired by a larger corporation and he is assigned a new, much younger boss, Carter Duryea. To add to his troubles, Carter begins dating Dan's daughter, Alex. The film explores the generational differences and shifting corporate culture as Dan tries to navigate his career and family life amidst these changes.

Critical Reception

In Good Company received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its sharp writing, strong performances, and relatable themes about corporate culture and generational divides. Audiences also responded well to its blend of humor and drama, finding it an insightful and entertaining look at the modern workplace.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its witty dialogue and insightful portrayal of generational conflict in the workplace.
  • Dennis Quaid and Topher Grace were frequently cited for their strong performances and chemistry.
  • The film successfully balances humor with poignant observations about career and family dynamics.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's realistic depiction of corporate life and the generational clashes presented. Many found the performances engaging and the story relatable, enjoying the mix of comedy and drama.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a follow-up to the successful 2002 film 'About a Boy', also directed by Paul and Chris Weitz.

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Narate

Narate

"_Dan, what the hell am I gonna tell my wife? I mean she already wears the pants, now she's gonna wear the tie and jacket too._" The good ol' job restructure plot. Topher Grace and Dennis Quaid are fun in this, but why show us a little t...