Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- None
- witty
- urbane
- messy
- date night
- couples movie night
What critics said
Critics generally viewed the film as a contrived imitation of more sophisticated romantic comedies, while acknowledging its urbane New York setting, sparkling dialogue, and strong ensemble cast.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
The two troubled couples navigate marriage, acting, long-term partnership, and social life in New York City.
Both couples are explicitly characterized as spoiled and bratty, and their relationship crises arise from selfish behavior and unmet expectations.
Rebecca and Tom’s marriage is paralleled with the deteriorating relationship between Tobey and Elaine.
The film emphasizes sparkling dialogue, New York sophistication, and escalating relationship turmoil among adult partners.
Films like Trust the Man, and why
Husbands and Wives
urbane New York romantic comedy centered on intertwined relationships, adult infidelity, and witty relationship dialogue
Manhattan
romantic comedy with sophisticated Manhattan social milieu, neurotic couples, and conversational humor
The Best Man
ensemble relationship drama balancing romantic dissatisfaction, comic discomfort, and emotionally messy couples
Something's Gotta Give
adult romantic comedy about brittle relationships, infidelity, and self-absorbed urban partners
Movie Details
- Director
- Bart Freundlich
- Release Date
- 2005-09-01
- Runtime
- 103 min
- Rating
- 5.2 / 10 (131)
Cast
- David Duchovny
- Julianne Moore
- Billy Crudup
- Maggie Gyllenhaal
- Justin Bartha
- Eva Mendes
- Ellen Barkin
- Garry Shandling
- Sterling K. Brown
- Liam Broggy
Where to watch in United States
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- 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 Trust the Man about?
- Two New York couples confront the comic wreckage of spoiled expectations, fading intimacy, and uncertain commitment.
- What is Trust the Man like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Trust the Man as brisk, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Trust the Man violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Trust the Man.
- What did critics think of Trust the Man?
- Critics generally viewed the film as a contrived imitation of more sophisticated romantic comedies, while acknowledging its urbane New York setting, sparkling dialogue, and strong ensemble cast.
- Which films are like Trust the Man?
- Films with a similar feel include Husbands and Wives, Manhattan, The Best Man, and Something's Gotta Give.
- How long is Trust the Man?
- Trust the Man runs 103 minutes.
- Where can I watch Trust the Man?
- In United States, Trust the Man is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.
