The Ugly Truth (2009)
A cynical TV producer endures outrageous romantic tests, finding unexpected love through witty, raunchy humor.
A romantically challenged morning show producer is reluctantly embroiled in a series of outrageous tests by her chauvinistic correspondent to prove his theories on relationships and help her find love. His clever ploys, however, lead to an unexpected result.
How intense is The Ugly Truth?
The Ugly Truth has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a date-night pick and a comfort watch. The humor runs dry and raunchy. Rated R.
What The Ugly Truth feels like
- Tone
- romanticfeel goodcampy
- Pace
- Brisk
- Humor
- dry and witty, raunchy
- Best for
- Date nightComfort watch
Where to stream The Ugly Truth
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 14, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Ugly Truth for you?
Is The Ugly Truth scary?
No. The Ugly Truth is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Ugly Truth gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Ugly Truth sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Ugly Truth OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 0, each out of 3.
How long is The Ugly Truth?
The Ugly Truth runs 1h 36m.
Where can I stream The Ugly Truth?
The Ugly Truth is streaming on Tubi.
Does The Ugly Truth have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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