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The Next Best Thing (2000)
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A comedy-drama about best friends - one a straight woman, Abbie, the other a gay man, Robert - who decide to have a child together. Five years later, Abbie falls in love with a straight man and wants to move away with her and Robert's little boy Sam, and a nasty custody battle ensues.
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Strong recommendationChaotic comedy
EnergyRising and charged
TonePlayful comedy
ExperienceRule-breaking fun and mischief
Best suited foremotion-led romance and relationship drama
What to expect from this title?Expect a playful comedy that moves on attitude, quick gags, and easy momentum more than emotional depth.
Easy to enter quicklyBuilt for quick funClear and accessible mood
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Older teens
Family supervision is recommended for younger viewers.
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Best suited for13
Content levelTeen content
GuidanceMay not suit younger children
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Serious themes
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🧾 Quick take
Viewer insight The Next Best Thing is a 2000 film in the Comedy / Drama category from United States. Directed by John Schlesinger. Starring Madonna and Rupert Everett. Runtime: about 108 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. Watch options are shown when available. TMDB rating: 5.2/10.
Genre: Comedy / Drama, Released in 2000, Original language: English, Production: United States, Runtime: about 108 minutes, Starring Madonna and Rupert Everett.
Runtime
108 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Madonna
Abbie Reynolds
Rupert Everett
Robert Whittaker
Benjamin Bratt
Ben Cooper
Malcolm Stumpf
Sam
Josef Sommer
Richard Whittaker
Suzanne Krull
Annabel
Linda Larkin
Kelly
Illeana Douglas
Elizabeth Ryder
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Michael Vartan
Kevin Lasater
Lynn Redgrave
Helen Whittaker
Neil Patrick Harris
David
Mark Valley
Cardiologist
Stacy Edwards
Finn
John Carroll Lynch
Abbie's Lawyer
Director: John Schlesinger
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1What is movie The Next Best Thing (2000)?
It is a movie released in 2000 within the Comedy, Drama, Romance category.
2What is the story of The Next Best Thing?
The Next Best Thing (2000) is a movie in the Comedy, Drama, Romance category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch The Next Best Thing online?
Yes. The page currently shows official online availability through providers such as IROKOTV.
4What is the rating of The Next Best Thing?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 5.2/10 based on 200 ratings.
5What is the runtime of The Next Best Thing?
Its runtime is about 108 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is The Next Best Thing best suited for?
An emotion-led watch centered on relationships, inner conflict, and moments that land best when you are in the mood for feeling the story.
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