Overview
A young man's journey of self-discovery unfolds amidst the chaos of Bar Mitzvah parties and unexpected friendships.
Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- None
- witty
- warm
- sincere
- date night
- lazy sunday
What critics said
Critics broadly praised the film's authentic characters, emotional warmth, performances, and central chemistry, though some found its romance derivative or unpersuasive.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Andrew excels at energizing bar mitzvah parties while struggling with depression, stalled plans, and personal direction.
Andrew and Domino develop intimacy while facing a substantial age difference and Domino's existing family responsibilities.
Andrew is a recent college graduate working party events and reconsidering his future while remaining tied to his family.
Bar and bat mitzvah celebrations repeatedly bring Andrew into contact with families, children, and emotionally charged social situations.
Films like Cha Cha Real Smooth, and why
The Worst Person in the World
warm coming-of-age dramedy centered on emotional immaturity, friendship, and an unconventional romantic connection
The Big Sick
intimate contemporary relationship drama balancing witty dialogue, vulnerability, and bittersweet romantic uncertainty
Laggies
naturalistic young-adult dramedy about transitional adulthood, family tensions, and imperfect intimacy
Enough Said
tender, conversational indie romance exploring loneliness, emotional caretaking, and complicated adult relationships
Movie Details
- Director
- Cooper Raiff
- Release Date
- 2022-06-17
- Runtime
- 108 min
- Rating
- 7.1 / 10 (447)
Cast
- Cooper Raiff
- Dakota Johnson
- Evan Assante
- Vanessa Burghardt
- Leslie Mann
- Brad Garrett
- Raúl Castillo
- Colton Osorio
- Amara Pedroso
- Odeya Rush
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Cha Cha Real Smooth about?
- A socially gifted but directionless young party host finds unexpected intimacy with a mother and her autistic daughter while struggling to grow up himself.
- What is Cha Cha Real Smooth like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Cha Cha Real Smooth as brisk, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Cha Cha Real Smooth violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Cha Cha Real Smooth.
- What did critics think of Cha Cha Real Smooth?
- Critics broadly praised the film's authentic characters, emotional warmth, performances, and central chemistry, though some found its romance derivative or unpersuasive.
- Which films are like Cha Cha Real Smooth?
- Films with a similar feel include The Worst Person in the World, The Big Sick, Laggies, and Enough Said.
- How long is Cha Cha Real Smooth?
- Cha Cha Real Smooth runs 108 minutes.
- Where can I watch Cha Cha Real Smooth?
- In United States, Cha Cha Real Smooth streams on Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel.
