
Whatever Works
Whatever Works
Release: 2009-06-19·Runtime: 92m·★ 7.1
ComedyRomance
Whatever Works explores the relationship between a crotchety misanthrope, Boris and a naïve, impressionable young runaway from the south, Melody. When Melody's uptight parents arrive in New York to rescue her, they are quickly drawn into wildly unexpected romantic entanglements. Everyone discovers that finding love is just a combination of lucky chance and appreciating the value of "whatever works."
Production Countries
United States of AmericaFrance
Production Companies
Wild Bunch
Gravier Productions
Perdido Productions
Trailers & Videos
Cast
Larry Davidas Boris Yellnikoff
Ed Begley Jr.as John
Lyle Kanouseas Boris' Friend #2
Marcia DeBonisas Lady at Chinese Restaurant
Evan Rachel Woodas Melodie St. Ann Celestine
Michael McKeanas Joe - Boris' Friend #3
Henry Cavillas Randy James
Christopher Evan Welchas Howard
Adam Brooksas Boris' Friend #1
Jessica Hechtas Helena
Conleth Hillas Leo Brockman
Patricia Clarksonas Marietta
John Gallagher Jr.as Perry
Yolonda Rossas Boy's Mother
Samantha Beeas Chess Mother
Armand Schultzas Television Voice (voice)
Carolyn McCormickas Jessica
Olek Krupaas Morgenstern
Kristen Ruhlinas Melodie Club Friend #3 (uncredited)Crew
" />Vincent MaravalExecutive Producer
" />Morgan NevilleFirst Assistant Editor
" />Randall BalsmeyerVFX Supervisor
" />Lee DichterSound Re-Recording Mixer
" />Ryan CollisonFoley Recording Engineer
" />Santo LoquastoProduction Design
" />Juliet TaylorCasting
" />Charles H. JoffeCo-Executive Producer
" />Jack RollinsCo-Executive Producer
" />Don Hewitt Sr.Stunt Double
" />Woody AllenDirector, Writer
" />Peter BucossiStunt Coordinator
" />Harris SavidesDirector of Photography
" />Letty AronsonProducer
" />Alisa LepselterEditor