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Duplex
CAST & DIRECTOR
Directed by Danny DeVito. With Ben Stiller, Drew Barrymore, Eileen Essell.
6.1/10
MOVIHERO RATINGWHAT IT'S ABOUT
When a young couple buys their dream home, they have no idea what the sweet little old lady upstairs is going to put them through!
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6.1/10
MOVIHERO RATINGYOUR WATCHLISTWhen a young couple buys their dream home, they have no idea what the sweet little old lady upstairs is going to put them through!
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RELEASE SNAPSHOT
Release snapshot for Duplex.
MoviHero lists September 26, 2003 as the release date for Duplex. Danny DeVito is the listed director. The listed cast includes Ben Stiller as Alex Rose, Drew Barrymore as Nancy Kendricks, Eileen Essell as Mrs. Connelly, Harvey Fierstein as Kenneth. A trailer and 5 stills are available on this page.
Release dateSeptember 26, 2003
GenresComedy
Runtime1h 29m
DirectorDanny DeVito
CastBen Stiller as Alex Rose, Drew Barrymore as Nancy Kendricks, Eileen Essell as Mrs. Connelly, Harvey Fierstein as Kenneth
TrailerAvailable on this page
Images5 stills
BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY
Is Duplex right for tonight?
Pacing, attention and emotional impact are estimates from the current MoviHero Watch Profile, not verified scene-by-scene reviews.
How much time should I set aside?
Duplex runs 1h 29m. Allow extra time for breaks.
Is it slow or fast?
The current MoviHero pacing estimate is 6/10: a middle-ground pace.
Is it a good choice when I am tired?
The attention estimate is 3/10. The profile suggests a lower-demand watch, although preferences vary.
How emotionally intense is it?
The emotional-impact estimate is 6/10, suggesting a moderate emotional load. This does not tell you whether the ending is happy or sad.
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MOVIE RATING
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MoviHero Rating: 6.1/10 from 1,876 votes. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
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WHAT WATCHING IT FEELS LIKE
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Pacing6/10
Emotional Impact6/10
Mind-Bending5/10
Scary1/10
Violence2/10
Rewatchability6/10
Attention Required3/10
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CAST & CREW
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CHARACTERS IN THIS MOVIE
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otherAlexAlex Rose appears across 4 MoviHero films from 2003-2012, portrayed by Ben Stiller. Start with the first appearance, then follow the screen path in release order.Open character guide otherNancy KendricksNancy Kendricks in Duplex (2003), played by Drew Barrymore.Open character guide otherMrs. ConnellyMrs. Connelly in Duplex (2003), played by Eileen Essell.Open character guide
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