

The Accidental Husband
2008-02-29 · 90 min · ★ 5.6
Emma, a radio host, is about to be married to Richard, her perfect match. But right before her wedding, she learns she's already married to Patrick, a charming but irresponsible fireman. Furthermore, Patrick has a secret: he has arranged this little trick because Emma advised Patrick's ex-fiancée to end their relationship. However, Patrick may find that the trick is on him, for he soon begins to fall in love with his uptight adversary.
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Production details
- Directors
- Griffin Dunne
- Production companies
- Team Todd, Blumhouse Productions, Bob Yari Productions, Plow Productions, Yari Film Group
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Revenue
- USD 22,707,064
Top Cast
Uma ThurmanDr. Emma Lloyd
Jeffrey Dean MorganPatrick Sullivan
Colin FirthRichard Braxton
Sam ShepardWilder
Isabella RosselliniMrs. Greta Bollenbecker
Keir DulleaMr. Carl Bollenbecker
Ajay NaiduDeep
Sarita ChoudhurySunny
Jeffrey TedmoriAjay
Lindsay SloaneMarcy
Nick SandowLarry
Michael MosleyDeclin
Adesola A. OsakalumiDidier
Justina MachadoSofia
Brooke AdamsCarolyn
Lindsey KraftLauren
Devika BhiseChandini
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