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The 40 Year Old Virgin (2005)

Directed by Judd Apatow•1h 56m•Published Feb 4, 2025•Episode length 3h 28m
Episode 264 - The 40 Year-Old Virgin
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Steve Carell
Steve Carell
Andy Stitzer
Catherine Keener
Catherine Keener
Trish Piedmont
Paul Rudd
Paul Rudd
David
Romany Malco
Romany Malco
Jay
Seth Rogen
Seth Rogen
Cal
Elizabeth Banks
Elizabeth Banks
Beth
Leslie Mann
Leslie Mann
Nicky
Jane Lynch
Jane Lynch
Paula
Gerry Bednob
Gerry Bednob
Mooj
Shelley Malil
Shelley Malil
Haziz

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Judd Apatow
Judd Apatow
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Overview

Andy Stitzer has a pleasant life with a nice apartment and a job stamping invoices at an electronics store. But at age 40, there's one thing Andy hasn't done, and it's really bothering his sex-obsessed male co-workers: Andy is still a virgin. Determined to help Andy get laid, the guys make it their mission to de-virginize him. But it all seems hopeless until Andy meets small business owner Trish, a single mom.

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(Deep Dive begins at 27:45) "You know how I know you're a BFE fan?" Join your favorite TransAtlantic podcasting crew – Ian and B-Tech Kev (Megs & Liam are off improving their chest-waxing techniques) – as we head to the world of awkward firsts, questionable dating advice, and a whole lot of Kelly Clarkson-ing in Th…

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(Deep Dive begins at 27:45)

"You know how I know you're a BFE fan?" Join your favorite TransAtlantic podcasting crew – Ian and B-Tech Kev (Megs & Liam are off improving their chest-waxing techniques) – as we head to the world of awkward firsts, questionable dating advice, and a whole lot of Kelly Clarkson-ing in The 40-Year-Old Virgin. We’re putting on our most fashionable Smart Tech polo shirts and diving into our 264th episode as we discuss:

  • How Steve Carell’s breakout performance perfectly balances cringe and charm.
  • The all-star supporting cast and how they elevate the comedy.
  • The film's surprisingly heartfelt take on relationships.
  • Does the waxing scene still hold up as one of the greatest physical comedy moments?
  • Was this movie ahead of its time, or does it show its age in 2024?
  • Should Andy have told Trish about his almost cheating with Beth or were they on a break?
  • Is Trish a fair and understanding partner?
  • How much of this movie was improvised, and does it work?
  • Whether The 40-Year-Old Virgin is the Best Film Ever.

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