The Baxter (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2005, The Baxter is a comedy and romance film directed by Michael Showalter, running about 91 minutes. “A romantic comedy for anyone who's ever been dumped.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A man with a "doormat" personality tries standing up for himself for a change in this comedy. Mild mannered tax accountant Elliot Sherman is what he calls a "Baxter": the kind of calm, unexciting fellow who "wears sock garters" and "enjoys raking leaves." Loved by bosses and parents, Elliot is a perfectly nice guy. And that's his problem.
Who’s in it. The Baxter stars Michael Showalter as Elliot Sherman, Elizabeth Banks as Caroline Swann, Michelle Williams as Cecil Mills and Justin Theroux as Bradley Lake, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Baxter has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Baxter page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Baxter tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Baxter (2005)?
- In US, The Baxter is available to stream on Philo, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Baxter worth watching?
- The Baxter holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Baxter?
- The Baxter stars Michael Showalter, Elizabeth Banks, Michelle Williams, Justin Theroux and Zak Orth.
- When was The Baxter released?
- The Baxter was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.