Single guy finally finds the right woman. Criterion Collection Year 2002 Theatrical Release 2002-10-11 Video Release 2003-06-24 Studio Sony Pictures Genre Comedy MPAA Rating R CARA for strong language including a scene of sexual dialogue Color Color Runtime 89 Animated Live-Action Full Synopsis After growing up with seven sisters, falling in love seems impossible for Barry Egan Sandler . Barry, a small business owner with a few peculiarities and prone to fits of rage, is content with being alone until a mysterious woman Watson enters his life, then his romantic journey begins. Director Paul Thomas Anderson Cast Paul Thomas Anderson; Adam Sandler; Emily Watson; Philip Seymour Hoffman; Luis Guzman; Mary Lynn Rajskub; Robert Smigel; Nathan Stevens; Jimmy Stevens; Ernesto Quintero; Julie Hermelin