20 Dates (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1998, 20 Dates is a comedy and romance film directed by Myles Berkowitz, running about 87 minutes. “A comedy so real you'll think it's fiction.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Myles is divorced in L.A. He wants a love life and a film career. So he decides to go on 20 dates and find true love in front of a camera, making his first feature. His patient agent, Richard, finds a $60,000 investor, the shadowy Elie. Myles starts his search, sometimes telling his date she's being filmed, sometimes not. Elie wants sex and titillation, Myles wants it "real." Myles regularly talks with his old film teacher, Robert McKee, who wonders if love is possible in modern life. Half-way through the 20 dates, Myles meets Elisabeth; she's everything he desires and she likes him. Can he finish the 20 dates, satisfy Elie, and complete his film without losing Elisabeth?
Who’s in it. 20 Dates stars Tia Carrere as Herself, Elisabeth Wagner as Elisabeth, Richard Arlook as The Agent and Robert McKee as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, 20 Dates has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 20 Dates page.
If you liked it. Fans of 20 Dates tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 20 Dates (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for 20 Dates change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is 20 Dates worth watching?
- 20 Dates holds an audience score of 4.2 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 20 Dates?
- 20 Dates stars Tia Carrere, Elisabeth Wagner, Richard Arlook, Robert McKee and Elie Samaha.
- When was 20 Dates released?
- 20 Dates was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.