The Ugly Truth

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The Ugly Truth (2009)

Comedy, Romance

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There's Something About Mary

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1998 ★ 6.6

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2022 ★ 6.3

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How I Got Into College

How I Got Into College

1989 ★ 6.0

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2016 ★ 5.8

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Mr. Jealousy

Mr. Jealousy

1998 ★ 5.9

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