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The Man You're Not 2017

80 min📅 2017-04-28

In *The Man You're Not (2017)*, directed by Alan Freestone, Charlie's romantic luck runs dry after years of being told he's "too nice." Frustrated by his string of dating disasters, his friends take drastic measures to shake things up.

Director: Alan Freestone

Cast

James Wren
Charlie
Fergus March
Jonas
Mark Lyminster
Jerry
Felicity Wren
Janey
Reece Shearsmith
Reece Shearsmith
Reece Shearsmith
Joanna Lumley
Joanna Lumley
Joanna Lumley
Adam Hills
Adam Hills
Adam Hills
Matthew Wright
Matthew Wright
Matthew Wright
Alexander Kirk
Phil
Jo Ball
Jo Ball
Penny

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Man You're Not (2017) about?

*The Man You're Not (2017)* follows Charlie, a hopeless romantic who's constantly told he's too kind for his own good. To break the cycle, his friends sign him up to dating apps under fake identities, turning his love life into a wild experiment in deception and self-discovery.

Who directed The Man You're Not?

Alan Freestone directed *The Man You're Not (2017)*, a sharp comedy that blends humor with themes of authenticity and self-worth.

Who stars in The Man You're Not?

The film features James Wren, Fergus March, Mark Lyminster, Felicity Wren, Reece Shearsmith, and Joanna Lumley in key roles.

Is The Man You're Not (2017) worth watching?

Though not rated on IMDb, this 80-minute British comedy delivers a witty, relatable take on modern dating pitfalls. Fans of character-driven humor and lighthearted social satire will likely find it an enjoyable, if flawed, watch.

How long is The Man You're Not?

The Man You're Not runs for 80 minutes.

About The Man You're Not (2017) — A Comedy About Identity and Dating Gone Wrong

In *The Man You're Not (2017)*, directed by Alan Freestone, Charlie's romantic luck runs dry after years of being told he's "too nice." Frustrated by his string of dating disasters, his friends take drastic measures to shake things up. They create fake profiles for him on multiple dating apps, forcing Charlie to reinvent himself as different personas—each with their own personalities and lifestyles.

As he navigates this world of fleeting connections and one-night stands, Charlie begins to uncover the thrills he's been missing. But the deeper he dives into the illusion, the more he risks losing sight of his true self. Will he find what he's truly looking for, or will the charade leave him adrift in a sea of regrets?