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Matthew McConaughey Will Star in "Failure to Launch"

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Jan. 12, 2005 - Matthew McConaughey ("How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days") has been cast in the comedy movie, "Failure to Launch" for Scott Rudin Productions and Paramount Pictures.

McConaughey returns to the romantic comedy genre with "Failure to Launch," the story of a 30ish man who still lives at home with his parents. Looking to kick their grown son out of the house, the parents set him up on a date with a woman he falls in love with.

"Failure to Launch" will be directed by Tom Dey ("Showtime"). Matthew McConaughey will next be seen in "Sahara" co-starring Penelope Cruz and Steve Zahn.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter

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