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Advertising executive Nick Marshall is as cocky as they come, but what happens to a chauvinistic guy when he can suddenly hear what women are thinking? Nick gets passed over for a promotion, but after an accident enables him to hear women's thoughts, he puts his newfound talent to work against Darcy, his new boss, who seems to be infatuated with him.
Critics Sentiment
Nick realizes he can hear women's thoughts everywhere
Dan fires Darcy after Nick steals her ideas
The film drops significantly from the comedic peak of Nick discovering his powers to the dramatic low point when consequences catch up and Darcy gets fired.
The film starts strong with Gibson's charismatic womanizer setup and peaks during the mind-reading discovery sequences that reviewers found hilarious. However, critics consistently noted that the second half loses its comedic edge as Nick transforms into a 'good guy,' culminating in a predictable and sappy ending that disappointed many viewers.
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Mel Gibson
Nick Marshall
Helen Hunt
Darcy McGuire
Marisa Tomei
Lola
Alan Alda
Dan Wanamaker
Ashley Johnson
Alex Marshall
Mark Feuerstein
Morgan Farwell
Lauren Holly
Gigi
Delta Burke
Eve
Valerie Perrine
Margo
Judy Greer
Erin
Sarah Paulson
Annie
Ana Gasteyer
Sue Cranston
Lisa Edelstein
Dina
Loretta Devine
Flo
Diana Maria Riva
Stella
Eric Balfour
Cameron
Andrea Baker
Office Intern
Robin Pearson Rose
Kitchen Secretary
Christopher Emerson
Mail Room Kid
Ashlee Turner
Woman in Library
Crew
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