Whatever Works
Whatever Works explores the relationship between a crotchety misanthrope, Boris and a naïve, impressionable young runaway from the south, Melody. When Melody's uptight parents arrive in New York to rescue her, they are quickly drawn into wildly unexpected romantic entanglements. Everyone discovers that finding love is just a combination of lucky chance and appreciating the value of "whatever works."
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Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video and Howdy Amazon Channel.
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Larry David and Carolyn McCormick - Official Clip
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Frequently asked questions about Whatever Works
Where can I watch Whatever Works in the United States?
Whatever Works is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Howdy Amazon Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Whatever Works on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. Whatever Works is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside Howdy Amazon Channel.
Can I watch Whatever Works for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Whatever Works needs a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Howdy Amazon Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
What are the ratings for Whatever Works?
Whatever Works scores 7.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Whatever Works?
Whatever Works stars Larry David, Evan Rachel Wood, Michael McKean, Conleth Hill, and Patricia Clarkson. Woody Allen is the director.
How long is Whatever Works?
Whatever Works runs 1h 32m (92 minutes).
When did Whatever Works come out?
Whatever Works was released on June 19, 2009.
Which studio made Whatever Works?
Whatever Works was produced by Wild Bunch, Gravier Productions, and Perdido Productions in the United States and France.
What was the budget for Whatever Works?
Whatever Works was made on a budget of $15,000,000.
How much did Whatever Works make at the box office?
Whatever Works grossed $36,020,534 worldwide, against a budget of $15,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.