Liberal Arts (2012)

Newly single, 35, and uninspired by his job, Jesse Fisher worries that his best days are behind him. But no matter how much he buries his head in a book, life keeps pulling Jesse back. When his favorite college professor invites him to campus to speak at his retirement dinner, Jesse jumps at the chance.

Genres: Romance, Comedy, Drama

What to watch after Liberal Arts

• Happythankyoumoreplease (2010) — Same feel: reflective, smart
• Bad Education (2019)
• My Salinger Year (2020) — Same subject: coming of age
• The Bachelors (2017)
• Charlie Bartlett (2007) — Same feel: thought-provoking, smart
• The Lucky One (2012)