Wonderful World (2009): movie guide

What is Wonderful World about?

Ben Singer is a failed children's folk singer, a career proofreader, a less-than-extraordinary weekend dad, and perhaps the most negative man alive. Floundering in all aspects of his life, Ben's only comfort comes from regular chess games and friendly debates on game theory with his Senegalese roommate Ibou. When Ibou is suddenly struck ill, Ben's pessimistic worldview seems unequivocally confirmed. It takes an extended visit from Ibou's sister Khadi for Ben to realize that cynicism may be all a matter of perspective.

Cast highlights

Wonderful World features Matthew Broderick, Sanaa Lathan, Michael Kenneth Williams, Philip Baker Hall, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Jodelle Ferland. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.

Key facts

Release date: 2009-01-08. Runtime: 89 minutes. TMDB score: 5.2/10 (54 votes). Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance. Original language: en. Status: Released.

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Frequently asked questions

What genre is Wonderful World?

Wonderful World is listed as Comedy, Drama, Romance on TMDB.

How long is Wonderful World?

Wonderful World runs about 89 minutes.

Who stars in Wonderful World?

Cast highlights include Matthew Broderick, Sanaa Lathan, Michael Kenneth Williams, Philip Baker Hall, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Jodelle Ferland.

Does Cinema Box stream Wonderful World?

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