Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Mild
- Complexity
- Simple
- Violence
- None
- witty
- breezy
- warm
- lazy sunday
- date night
What critics said
Critics broadly found the film charming and entertaining because of its affable cast, while considering it inconsistent and derivative.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Becky must manage anchors, segments, ratings, and unpredictable on-air behavior while keeping Daybreak viable.
Becky’s identity and self-worth are closely tied to saving the morning show and proving herself in television.
Becky must control the antagonism between volatile reporter Mike Pomeroy and the show’s other hosts.
The Daybreak studio and production operation drive the film’s professional crises, comic set pieces, and relationships.
Films like Morning Glory, and why
The Devil Wears Prada
Shares an upbeat workplace comedy structure, ambitious female protagonist, romantic subplot, and pressure-cooker professional environment.
Broadcast News
Shares fast-paced media-industry satire, clashing personalities, career pressure, and an ensemble-driven comedic tone.
The Proposal
Shares a warm romantic comedy tone, career-focused protagonist, and balancing-work-and-love themes.
Movie Details
- Director
- Roger Michell
- Release Date
- 2010-11-10
- Runtime
- 107 min
- Rating
- 6.4 / 10 (1675)
Cast
- Rachel McAdams
- Harrison Ford
- Diane Keaton
- Patrick Wilson
- Jeff Goldblum
- John Pankow
- Matt Malloy
- J. Elaine Marcos
- Ty Burrell
- David Fonteno
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Starz Apple TV channel
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Morning Glory about?
- A determined television producer battles ratings pressure, difficult anchors, and her own workaholic instincts to rescue a failing morning show while making room for romance.
- What is Morning Glory like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Morning Glory as brisk, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as simple.
- Is Morning Glory violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Morning Glory.
- What did critics think of Morning Glory?
- Critics broadly found the film charming and entertaining because of its affable cast, while considering it inconsistent and derivative.
- Which films are like Morning Glory?
- Films with a similar feel include The Devil Wears Prada, Broadcast News, and The Proposal.
- How long is Morning Glory?
- Morning Glory runs 107 minutes.
- Where can I watch Morning Glory?
- In United States, Morning Glory streams on Starz Apple TV channel.
