Hitch
Hitch

Hitch

2005Movie118 minEnglish

Dating coach Alex 'Hitch' Hitchens mentors a bumbling client, Albert, who hopes to win the heart of the glamorous Allegra Cole. While Albert makes progress, Hitch faces his own romantic setbacks when proven techniques fail to work on Sara Melas, a tabloid reporter digging for dirt on Allegra Cole's love life. When Sara discovers Hitch's connection to Albert – now Allegra's boyfriend – it threatens to destroy both relationships.

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IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users82%
Director: Andy TennantGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Albert Brennaman hires Alex "Hitch" Hitchens, a professional "date doctor," to help him win over the woman of his dreams, Allegra Cole. Hitch, who coaches his clients on how to overcome their perceived romantic shortcomings, finds himself falling for Sara Melas, a gossip columnist who is investigating his mysterious services. As Hitch tries to maintain his professional detachment and protect his clients' identities, his own carefully constructed facade begins to crumble, leading to humorous and heartwarming romantic entanglements.

Critical Reception

Hitch was a commercial success and received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its charming performances, witty dialogue, and effective blend of comedy and romance. While some critics found the plot predictable, the film was widely appreciated for its feel-good entertainment value and Will Smith's charismatic lead.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming lead performance by Will Smith.
  • Appreciated for its lighthearted humor and romantic chemistry.
  • Some found the plot formulaic but enjoyed the overall entertainment.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's humor and the enjoyable chemistry between Will Smith and Eva Mendes. Many found it to be a fun and feel-good romantic comedy that successfully delivers on its premise.

Fun Fact

Will Smith performed many of his own stunts in the film, including a scene where he jumps off a boat.

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Andre Gonzales

Andre Gonzales

One of my favorite movies of all time again. Love this movie! I love movies that have a storyline that's not common in a lot of movies. Thus is also really hilarious.
The Movie Mob

The Movie Mob

**Hitch finds clever ways to make us laugh at all of our horrible memories of dates gone wrong while telling an endearing story full of heart and hilarity.** Hitch makes complete use of Will Smith’s charm and Kevin Smith’s goofiness in a...