You Can Count on Me

You Can Count on Me is a 2000 American drama film starring Laura Linney, Mark Ruffalo, Rory Culkin, and Matthew Broderick. Written and directed by Kenneth Lonergan, it tells the story of Sammy, a single mother living in a small town, and her complicated relationships with family and friends. The film was nominated for two Academy Awards at the 73rd Academy Awards: Best Actress for Linney and Best Original Screenplay. The story takes place in the ... More
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  • Nov 17, 2000

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R (USA)

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  • 1 h 51 min

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  • You Can Count on Me

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Kenneth Lonergan

Kenneth Lonergan (born October 16, 1962) is an American playwright, screenwriter, and director. Born in the Bronx, New York City, New York, Lonergan began writing in high school at the Walden School (a defunct private school in Manhattan with a strong drama program). His first play, The Rennings...

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  • 2000
  • Jun 26, 2001
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  • 1 h 51 min
  • 1 h 50 min
  • 1 h 49 min
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  • 1,200,000

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Year Award Award Nominee Notes/Description
  • 2000
  • 2000
  • 2001
  • role: Samantha 'Sammy' Prescott
  • 2000
  • 2001
  • 2001
  • 2001
  • 2001
  • 2001
  • 2001
  • Role: Samantha Sammy Prescott
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  • 145

Metacritic Top Films

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Year Award Award Winner
  • 2000
  • 2000
  • 2000
  • 2001
  • 2001
  • 2000
  • 2000
  • 2000
  • 2001
  • 2000
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