It Boy (2013)
A witty French romantic comedy about ambition, age gaps, and the unexpected sparks that can reshape a career and a heart.
It Boy - Movie Information
- Original Title: 20 Ans d'écart
- Release Year: 2013
- Directed by: David Moreau
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Comedy
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 1h 32m
- Original Language: French
- Spoken Languages: French, English
- Release Date (Theatrical): March 6, 2013 (France - TP), June 6, 2013 (United States - PG-13), October 3, 2013 (Germany - 12), May 9, 2013 (Italy), January 31, 2014 (Spain), September 18, 2014 (South Korea - 18)
- Alternative Titles: 서른아홉, 열아홉 (KR), Felcsípve (HU), 20岁年下男的恋爱 (CN), Väliäkö 20 vuotta (FI), 20 yosh farq (UZ)
- Production Companies: EuropaCorp, TF1 Films Production, Echo Film
- Production Countries: France
It Boy - Plot
38-year-old Alice has everything to become the next editor-in-chief of Rebelle magazine except for her uptight image. But when the young and charming Balthazar, barely 20, crosses Alice's path, she realizes that he holds the key to her promotion.
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It Boy - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- David Moreau
Main Cast
- Virginie Efira
- Pierre Niney
- Gilles Cohen
- Amélie Glenn
- Charles Berling
- Michaël Abiteboul
- Camille Japy
- Diana Stewart
- Camille Pélicier
- Jenna Azoulay
Writers
- David Moreau
- Amro Hamzawi
Producers
- Christophe Lambert
- Abel Nahmias
It Boy - FAQs
Where can you watch It Boy online?
It Boy is available to stream on various platforms depending on your region. You can check JustWatch for a full, up-to-date list of streaming services, rental options, and purchase links available in your country for this French romantic comedy.
Who are the main actors in It Boy?
It Boy stars Virginie Efira as Alice Lantins, a 38-year-old magazine editor, and Pierre Niney as the charming 20-year-old Balthazar Apfel. The supporting cast includes Gilles Cohen, Charles Berling, Amélie Glenn, and Michaël Abiteboul.
Is It Boy based on a true story?
No, It Boy is not based on a true story. It is an original French romantic comedy written by director David Moreau and co-writer Amro Hamzawi. The film is a lighthearted fictional exploration of an age-gap romance set in the world of fashion publishing.
What is It Boy about?
It Boy follows Alice, a 38-year-old editor at Rebelle magazine who is next in line for editor-in-chief but struggles with her uptight image. When she meets the young and magnetic 20-year-old Balthazar, she sees an opportunity to reinvent herself and secure her long-awaited promotion.
When was It Boy released?
It Boy was first released in France on March 6, 2013. It subsequently opened in the United States on June 6, 2013 with a PG-13 rating, followed by releases in Italy in May 2013, Germany in October 2013, Spain in January 2014, and South Korea in September 2014.
What is the age rating for It Boy?
It Boy is rated PG-13 in the United States, making it suitable for most general audiences. In Germany it carries a 12 certificate, while in South Korea it received an 18 rating. The French theatrical release was classified TP, meaning all audiences permitted.
Who directed It Boy and who wrote the screenplay?
It Boy was directed by David Moreau, who also co-wrote the screenplay alongside Amro Hamzawi. Moreau is a French filmmaker known for blending genre entertainment with accessible storytelling. The film was produced by Christophe Lambert and Abel Nahmias for EuropaCorp and TF1 Films Production.
What movies are similar to It Boy?
If you enjoyed It Boy, you might also like Bridget Jones's Diary (2001), Along Came Polly (2004), Big (1988), and French comedies such as LOL (Laughing Out Loud) (2009), Second Chance (2011), and Family for Rent (2015), which share a similar lighthearted romantic tone.
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