A Man Called Otto

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A Man Called Otto

PG-13

2023

2h 6m

Comedy

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Based on the comical and moving New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower whose only joy comes from criticizing and judging his exasperated neighbors. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an unexpected friendship that will turn his world upside-down.

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Critics Consensus

Check all cynicism at the door and allow A Man Called Otto to tug at your heartstrings with its tried-and-true tune -- it just might sing.

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With a perfect Tom Hanks in the lead, A Man Called Otto is almost guaranteed to make you laugh and cry.

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Ed Potton

The Times (UK)

Feb 15, 2023

3/5

This slice of superior schmaltz has Tom Hanks as a fastidious late-middle-aged grump who hates everyone, from overcharging shop assistants to neighbours who put their recycling in the wrong bin.

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Rex Reed

Observer

Jan 19, 2023

3/4

A follow-the-dots flick with a few moments of charm that aims to be a feel-good crowd pleaser, but lacks enough freshness and insight to make it anything special.

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Dwight Brown

DwightBrownInk.com

Jan 19, 2023

2.5/4

Despite the film’s flaws, what audiences will take away is a humanizing experience by a group of misfits who are learning that getting along can also be lifesaving.

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Samantha Schuster

Cinéfilo Serial

Sep 30, 2025

3.5/5

A film that entertains and excites in equal measure thanks to a clever script, well-developed characters, and accomplished performances from its entire cast, with Hanks and Treviño standing out. [Full Review in Spanish]

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Alison Rowat

The Herald (Scotland)

Jul 18, 2025

Besides staying true to the tone of the Swedish original, Hanks keeps a lid on the schmaltz by giving Otto a convincingly bad temper.

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Brittany Patrice Witherspoon

Pop Culture Reviews

Jul 26, 2024

3.5/5

Foster’s adaption and Magee’s script works well capturing themes of depression, while also providing moments that are uplifting.

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Kelly

Oct 6, 2023

It was very heart warming to see the sweet relationship evolve between Otto and his neighbors.

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Jason L

Jun 20, 2023

great movie. Tom Hanks really shines

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Sandy

Apr 9, 2023

It was depressing but Tom Hanks is always great!

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Sara

Apr 1, 2023

Funny, interesting and all around fantastic movie

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Amanda G

Mar 29, 2023

So beautiful and so sad. A bunch of us were crying in the theater at the end. :'(

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Craig M

Mar 28, 2023

This film touched on many difficult subjects and social issues, dealing with each in a sensitive and thought-provoking manner. Tom Hanks was great as usual as was the entire supporting cast.

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Marc Forster

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Otto Anderson

Mack Bayda

Malcolm

Mariana Treviño

Marisol

Rachel Keller

Sonya

Manuel García-Rulfo

Tommy

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Synopsis

Based on the comical and moving New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower whose only joy comes from criticizing and judging his exasperated neighbors. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an unexpected friendship that will turn his world upside-down.

Director: Marc Forster
Producer: Fredrik Wikström, Rita Wilson, Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman
Screenwriter: David Magee
Distributor: Columbia Pictures
Production Co: Playtone, Columbia Pictures, Sony Pictures, Stage 6 Films, SF Productions
Rating: PG-13 (Mature Thematic Material|Language|Suicide Attempts)
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jan 13, 2023, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Feb 28, 2023
Box Office (Gross USA): $64.1M
Runtime: 2h 6m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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