40: mode d'emploi(This Is 40) is an Americancomedy directed by Judd Apatow, released in theaters in 2013. This semi-autobiographical film, centered on the secondary characters of KnockedUp, explores with humor and realism the ups and downs of married life at the dawn of forty. Starring Paul Rudd and Leslie Mann, this family tale blends marital crises, parental turmoil and life reviews.
40 : mode d'emploi will air on Max from July 23, 2025, and is already available on Netflix and Prime Video.
Discover the trailer for 40 : mode d'emploi, a comedy about mid-life crisis and the challenges of family life:
Synopsis: Pete is approaching 40 and juggling his responsibilities as father, husband and entrepreneur. His record label is struggling, his relationship with his wife Debbie is strained, and their daily family life is fraught with conflict with their two daughters. Through their trials and tribulations, Pete and Debbie seek a new balance at a pivotal time in their lives.
The film is aimed at adult viewers, whether parents or couples, who might recognize themselves in the daily hassles, marital tensions and dilemmas of parenthood. It could also appeal to fans of Crazy, Stupid, Love or Parenthood, with its tender, caustic look at modern families. The film's originality lies in its ability to blend humor and introspection with a sincerity rare in Hollywood comedies.
40: A Guide to Life is a spin-off of Knocked Up, A Guide to Life, focusing on secondary characters Pete and Debbie. The film is written and directed by Judd Apatow, with his partner Leslie Mann and their two daughters also starring. John Lithgow and Albert Brooks round out the cast as the protagonists' intrusive fathers.
40: A User's Guide is a Judd Apatow comedy that humorously explores the challenges of marriage and parenthood as you approach 40. Starring Paul Rudd and Leslie Mann, the film will be available on Netflix from June 19, 2025 and can already be seen on Prime Video.
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