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How to Deal

Rule #1: There are no rules.

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2003-07-18
1h 39m
English
Released
Focus Features

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For teenager Halley, love seems like an alien concept. Her mother is divorcing her father, who is dating a younger woman Halley can't stand. Her sister is about to get married and doesn't realize that her fiancé is not the man of her dreams. And her best friend has fallen madly in love for the first time, leaving Halley to feel even more alone. But, when she meets edgy Macon, she learns what love is really all about.

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About How to Deal

Rule #1: There are no rules.

For teenager Halley, love seems like an alien concept. Her mother is divorcing her father, who is dating a younger woman Halley can't stand. Her sister is about to get married and doesn't realize that her fiancé is not the man of her dreams. And her best friend has fallen madly in love for the first time, leaving Halley to feel even more alone. But, when she meets edgy Macon, she learns what love is really all about. Running 99 minutes.

How to Deal Cast and Characters

The cast features Mandy Moore (as Halley Martin), Trent Ford (as Macon Forrester), Allison Janney (as Lydia Martin), Alexandra Holden (as Scarlett Smith), and Dylan Baker (as Steve Beckwith). Their performances are a major reason How to Deal has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching How to Deal

How to Deal flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts, sharp comedic timing that lands consistently, and chemistry between leads that actually feels real. If you enjoy Inglés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How to Deal runs for 99 minutes (about 1.7 hours).

Is How to Deal good? What's the rating?

How to Deal holds a 5.5/10 rating based on 164 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of How to Deal?

The main cast includes Mandy Moore, Trent Ford, Allison Janney, and Alexandra Holden, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is How to Deal available in Inglés?

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How to Deal was released in 2003.

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What is How to Deal about?

How to Deal is a Drama/Comedy English-language film. For teenager Halley, love seems like an alien concept. Her mother is divorcing her father, who is dating a younger woman Halley can't stand. Her sister is about to get married and doesn't realize that her fiancé is not the man of her dreams. And her best friend has fallen madly in love for the first time, leaving Halley to feel even more alone. But, when she meets edgy Macon, she learns what love is really all about.

When was How to Deal released?

How to Deal was released on July 18, 2003. It has a runtime of 1h 39m. The film was produced by Focus Features.

Who stars in How to Deal?

How to Deal stars Mandy Moore, Trent Ford, Allison Janney and Alexandra Holden. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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