The Baxter

A romantic comedy for anyone who's ever been dumped.

6.0/1020051h 31mReleased

ComedyRomance

Mild mannered tax accountant Elliot Sherman is what he calls a "Baxter": the kind of calm, unexciting fellow who "wears sock garters" and "enjoys raking leaves." Loved by bosses and parents, Elliot is a perfectly nice guy. And that's his problem.

Released: Aug 26, 2005

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Top Cast

Michael Showalter

Elliot Sherman

Elizabeth Banks

Caroline Swann

Michelle Williams

Cecil Mills

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