Movie

The Ex

“Credit-grabbing, back-stabbing, wife-nabbing. Just another day at the office.”

★ 5.3(253)20061h 30m

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Good to know

Director: Jesse Peretz
Release date: 2006-12-01
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: English
Box office: $5,178,640
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: This is that

The Ex — trailer

About The Ex

The Ex is a 2006 movie in the Comedy and Romance genres, directed by Jesse Peretz, starring Zach Braff, Amanda Peet and Jason Bateman. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.3/10 from 253 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Ex in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

When his lawyer wife, Sofia, becomes pregnant, chronic underachiever Tom Reilly must take a job at his father-in-law's advertising firm. Tom has to adjust to the demands of a very high-powered job, and he finds himself in an increasingly hostile office rivalry with Chip, Sofia's paraplegic former lover.

Cast

Zach Braff

Tom Reilly

Amanda Peet

Sofia Kowalski

Jason Bateman

Chip Sanders

Charles Grodin

Bob Kowalski

Mia Farrow

Amelia Kowalski

Lucian Maisel

Wesley

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Don Wollebin

Amy Poehler

Carol Lane

Fred Armisen

Manny

Bob Stephenson

Doug

Yaffit Hallely

Woman

Josh Charles

Forrest Mead

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Ex in Canada?+

The Ex is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Ex on Netflix?+

The Ex is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Ex?+

The Ex has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in The Ex?+

The Ex stars Zach Braff, Amanda Peet, Jason Bateman, Charles Grodin and Mia Farrow.

When did The Ex come out?+

The Ex is a 2006 movie directed by Jesse Peretz.

What genre is The Ex?+

The Ex is Comedy and Romance film.

Who directed The Ex?+

The Ex was directed by Jesse Peretz.