The story follows Otto Anderson, a strict and bitter 60-year-old retiree living in Pittsburgh. Devastated by the death of his wife, Sonya, Otto has lost his sense of purpose and frequently attempts suicide. His plans are repeatedly interrupted by his lively new neighbors: Marisol, her husband Tommy, and their two daughters.

Tom Hanks, Mariana Treviño, Rachel Keller, and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo

Limited release Dec 29, 2022; Wide release Jan 13, 2023 Production Budget: $50 million Box Office: ~$113 million worldwide Plot Summary

Touches on modern issues like ageism, forced gentrification, and transgender rights (through the character Malcolm). Critical & Audience Reception Rotten Tomatoes: 70% Critic Score; 97% Audience Score. CinemaScore: "A" grade from opening weekend audiences.

A Man Called Otto (2022) is a comedy-drama directed by Marc Forster, starring Tom Hanks as a grumpy widower whose life is transformed by his new neighbors. The film is the second adaptation of Fredrik Backman’s 2012 novel A Man Called Ove . Director: Marc Forster