Yes Man (2008)
A man's life transforms with whimsical, broad humor as he says yes to every unexpected opportunity.
Carl Allen, a guy whose life is going nowhere, signs up for a self-help program based on one simple covenant: say yes to everything…and anything.
How intense is Yes Man?
Yes Man has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a comfort watch and a date-night pick. The humor runs broad. Rated PG-13.
What Yes Man feels like
- Tone
- feel goodwhimsicaluplifting
- Pace
- Brisk
- Humor
- broad and big
- Best for
- Comfort watchDate nightParty
Where to stream Yes Man
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Yes Man for you?
Is Yes Man scary?
No. Yes Man is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Yes Man gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Yes Man sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Yes Man OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 0, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Yes Man?
Yes Man runs 1h 44m.
Where can I stream Yes Man?
Yes Man is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Yes Man have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
Cast and crew
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