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  1. Sep 23, 2011
    6
    "Incredible Hulk" is better than I expected thanks to a powerful performance by Edward Norton, amazing (green) CGI, and a great head start of Marvel studio's "Avengers".
  2. JacobB.
    Jun 10, 2008
    9
    I thought it was really good (I saw it at a pre-release screening). It's very clean and well-done, but some of the acting is a little flat (hence the 9 out of 10). If you liked Iron Man, you'll like The Incredible Hulk.
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  3. [Anonymous]
    Jun 10, 2008
    7
    May not be incredible but still pretty darn good.
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  4. HelenB.
    Jun 12, 2008
    8
    A far better movie than its predecessor. This movie injects a more realistic feel to it, with Norton playing Banner/Hulk, with stronger emotion, than Eric Bana's character in 2003. All of the cast were impressive and CGI was amazing as usual. Overall, I believe that this movie has saved the Hulk franchise and in turn, brought about the continuous excitement of the Avenger Initiative! :) Can't wait for Stark and Banner to MEET! Expand
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  5. KevinR
    Jun 12, 2008
    6
    Although Edward Norton does a good job, every other performance just falls flat on its face.
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  6. Colin
    Jun 13, 2008
    8
    I was one of the few that liked the Ang Lee Hulk but after watching The INCREDIBLE Hulk I realized everything that was wrong with the last one.
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  7. AndrewS.
    Jun 13, 2008
    8
    After the disappointment of the first Hulk movie this is a massive step in the right direction. The script is well written, the action scenes exciting and Ed Norton makes an excellent Banner. All in all a very entertaining film.
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  8. RM
    Jun 13, 2008
    9
    Hulk Smash!!!! What a rush, enjoyed it tremendously. Planning on seeing it a couple more times this weekend. Great job Marvel Studios, that's 2 for 2.
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  9. TonySnyder
    Jun 13, 2008
    8
    This exceeded my expectations, a fun movie, you should definitely check it out.
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  10. JoeS.
    Jun 13, 2008
    7
    A fun action movie with a lot of awesome action and some unintentional laughs that just add to the fun, this movie is about the same quality as Iron Man with one part less wit but one part more action. Definitely worth seeing once.
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  11. MattG
    Jun 13, 2008
    10
    An incredibly well done movie- I'm excited for the whole slew of marvel movies to come!
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  12. JakeC.
    Jun 13, 2008
    9
    Highly recommended. It may not be as good as Batman Begins and Iron Man, but this is an excellent reboot of the Hulk franchise. Hopefully we'll see more of these movies made by Norton and Co.
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  13. PatM
    Jun 13, 2008
    5
    Calling an action flick such as this one "big, loud and dumb" has become a pathetic cliche, but it's just so very apt in this case. If you want a summer action flick with explosions, explosions and more explosions, this film is for you. If you had hoped for a more engaging comic book adaptation more in keeping with Marvel's other (and far superior) summer offering, "Iron Man" you will be disappointed. Expand
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  14. PaulK.
    Jun 13, 2008
    8
    I enjoyed it, although I didn't hate Ang Lee's version. This one's probably better, but it's been so long since I've see Hulk, I can't say that with much confidence. Still, this is worth seeing. Don't bother staying through the end credits, the final scene comes beforehand.
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  15. equality7-2521
    Jun 13, 2008
    2
    Here's the GOOD: I liked the first 15 minutes (the opening credits and the Brazilian sequence). I liked Tim Roth's performance. I am a huge fan of Craig Armstrong, who did the score, and this one was not bad. I'm a huge fan of Danny the Dog, one of Louis Leterrier's movies (starred Jet Li). And of course I loved Robert Downey Jr's appearance as Tony Stark. And if you paid attention, the reference to Nick Fury in the opening credits was exciting. Here's the BAD: The movie was an embarrassment. How could I be suckered into this. All of my instincts told me that they were going to DUMB it down (to the same level as the Fantastic Four movies). And that's what they did. This movie is strictly for 5 year old kids. The action was so BORING. God, really I didn't care about anyone in this flick. Okay, so I wasted my money and 2 hours of my life. THAT is not such a big deal. But here's what DISTURBS me: We know Marvel has plans for an AVENGERS movie. AND they have plans for the CAPTAIN AMERICA movie. These are really important, and dare I say sacred properties... Are their plans to continue making lame kiddie flicks? or treat them with the respect they deserve? I love Captain America and I will have nightmares if the eff it up. I hope Jon Favreau directs both Captain America and the Avengers. He's proven himself with Iron Man. It would be a dream if Bryan Singer came back to do these but he's busy with the Superman movies. Well, at least we have this to look forward to: The greatest movie of all time is being released next month. Yes, that's Christopher Nolan's THE DARK KNIGHT. See you there. BTW, I loved Ang Lee's Hulk released 5 years ago. It would have been brilliant had he been hired for the sequel. I will have to pretend I didn't watch Hulk 2008. Expand
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  16. JohnD.
    Jun 13, 2008
    10
    Great Movie! Action was non-stop from start to finish and the movie never dragged. Norton was great and Roth was awesome. Solid performances from Hurt and Tyler and a nice part foreshadowing the future from Tim Blake Nelson. The CGI was very realistic and the madder the Hulk gets....
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  17. JasonS.
    Jun 13, 2008
    10
    True to the comic. Both fans of the comic book and fans of good movies will enjoy this film. Norton and Tyler are perfect, and there is nothing I would change about this movie.
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  18. DreM.
    Jun 13, 2008
    10
    Awesome... one of the best of 08'
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  19. RodneyM.
    Jun 13, 2008
    7
    Fun, but seeing the first one clears up a bit in the beginning.
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  20. Blackpanther
    Jun 14, 2008
    4
    This movie was just OK. 10 times better than the Happening.
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  21. RickyR.
    Jun 14, 2008
    9
    This movie is just like OMG WTF OWNAGE!!!! so much action. Way better than the previous attempt at a a hulk movie. only bad part is Bruce and Betty weren't really as nerdy they should be for being super smart scientists.
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  22. DavidC.
    Jun 14, 2008
    10
    I went into the theater still skeptical (primarily due to the 2003 version). They needed to do something magic to make up for that and on top of that I didn't expect near the same quality of movie as Iron Man. Walking out of the theater I had an overwhelming sensation that The Incredible Hulk is better then Iron Man. After a nights reflection I stand by that, put simply Hulk > Iron Man [however in not all respects]. While RDJ near perfect role as Tony Stark is marginally better then Edward Norton's Bruce Banner, the Hulk is a far more impressive superhero then Iron Man. The fights in both their scale and frequency blow Iron Man out of the water. For fans of Marvel comics (like myself) the cross-overs just add to the experience. We get two Tony Stark references, subtle references to Captain America, a reference to The Avengers, and a possible set up for the Hulk and Wolverine's encounter at the end. Needless to say Marvel has hit two home runs this summer with movies, if you enjoyed Iron Man, you owe it to yourself to watch this movie, even if only for the 2 min ending featuring Tony Stark. Expand
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  23. KyleN.
    Jun 14, 2008
    9
    I felt like Edward Norton did a great job as Banner, Hulk was visually appealing, it made for a fun movie. I really enjoyed it and will probably watch it at least once more in theaters.
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  24. ToddB.
    Jun 14, 2008
    8
    After seeing the critics reveiws, I was surprised at how good this movie actually was. It's a given that the majority of critics are averse to sci-fi and fantasy, instead preferring dry dramas, so I always assume a 10 to 15 point bump on any of their scores. However, this was a welcome surprise. I am definately ready for the nick Fury and Avengers films now that they showed that the Hulk was a "doable." Expand
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  25. MichaelS.
    Jun 14, 2008
    5
    Ignoring the comics and looking to the television series had to be the dumbest move they could've made. The action scenes weren't even all that great. I was actually checking my watch during them! The '03 version was a whole lot better. It at least stayed true to what made the Hulk the Hulk!
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  26. Luiz
    Jun 14, 2008
    9
    The movie tries to get rid of the previous Ang Lee "Hulk", which, unfairly, was target of many criticism. Compared with the previous "Hulk", "incredible Hulk" is a a much faster movie, the action beginning in the first minutes. Hulk looks more real too, the fighting scenes are very well done and you can understand what´s going on (what doesn't happen, in my opinion, in some movies like Transformers). As a comic book fan, i believe the movie is closer to the books, and opens the path to the great "The avengers" project from MARVEL. Based on the Iron Man, and this "new" Incredible Hulk, i can´t wait for marvel next movie! Expand
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  27. JacobK.
    Jun 14, 2008
    10
    Loved the movie. Better then Iron Man in action but Norton not as good as RDJ as Iron Man. But, Marvel is 2 for 2.
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  28. SimonM.
    Jun 14, 2008
    10
    Great flick, and while I didn't mind Ang Lee's version, this one is superior. Also liked that the Hulk came off as more of a "super hero" in this one.
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  29. DanA.
    Jun 14, 2008
    7
    A little slow, but considering Marvel's track record, it may as well be a five star film. This isn't better than Iron Man (as if anything is), or the first two Spidey/X-Men films. But it definitely outdoes everything else.
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  30. Michael
    Jun 14, 2008
    5
    Middlingly entertaining, often silly, mostly just half-assed. Norton is the only thing that elevates this picture (at least in the final cut) above its own mediocrity. It's ironic, considering a lot of stuff he added seems to have been cut from the final edit. But of what remains, Norton is still the best out of anything, and often better when he's not saying anything at all. The dialogue is often goofy, the film feels truncated, and the action scenes are rough and jumpy. Effects work is patchy at best, better in "still" scenes, but clearly no better, probably worse, than ILM's work on Ang Lee's film. I don't know what William Hurt is doing in this movie -- Sam Elliott's Ross was much better suited in the previous 'Hulk' picture. Ditto for Jennifer Connelly. Mildly satisfying, but more meat is surely on the cutting room floor. Expand
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  31. Jason
    Jun 15, 2008
    8
    This movie is pretty good. The special effects are top notch and the fight scenes are amazing. The only bad thing about the movie is that the story feels like a b movie story.
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  32. DougN.
    Jun 15, 2008
    8
    I don't know what's wrong with the critics, but I think this movie was pretty good. I gave it 8/10. The ending was a little weak, but then they put in the elements for a sequel. And already, I'm looking forward to that!
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  33. jg
    Jun 15, 2008
    9
    Great movie. Much better than iron man in my mind.
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  34. JackS.
    Jun 15, 2008
    9
    Pretty good overall. I expected a little more effort from the supporting cast, but that's it from the complaint department. Every else about this movie rocked. Great story. Great special effects. Great action sequences. Great pacing. And a great performance from Edward Norton.
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  35. NikolaiC.
    Jun 15, 2008
    8
    Definitely a better film than Ang Lee's attempt (he was working against the studio suits from what I read). More plot development and meaningful battle sequences. I hope all works out for the S.H.I.E.L.D. movie their planning on making.
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  36. EdwinS.
    Jun 15, 2008
    10
    The movie was awesome. The Hulk is what he truly should be. All smashing and destruction. The acting was well done. Even the CG hulk showed a lot of emotion. Good tribute to both the comics and T.V. series. Marvel is kicking out some great stuff this year. Nuff Said.
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  37. ChadS.
    Jun 15, 2008
    6
    Only five years after fanboys pooh-poohed Ang Lee's "Hulk", the adjective is back, David Banner(hey, what happened to Dick York, I mean, Ed Bana) is back; still green, still angry, and still hasn't found what he's looking for. But can "The Incredible Hulk" right the Marvel ship and turn the American moviegoing public into Taiwanese deniers? Probably. It's a faster-moving "Hulk"; so fast, apparently, there's no time to land the plane, or give poor David a parachute. He jumps out of the aircraft during the final action set-piece, in which, he apparently breaks every bone in his body upon contact. David should be a parapelegic, or dead, but no, he's the Hulk. And then "The Incredible Hulk" delivers, what Lee didn't deliver; a knock-down-drag-em-out altercation between rock 'em sock 'em abominations of mankind...that lasts a long time. The "Bewitched" analogy doesn't work with Betty Ross(Liv Tyler substituting for Jennifer Connelly), because there was only one Samantha. When Banner(Edward Norton) and Betty decide to abstain from some heavy-duty canoodling in the motel room, "The Incredible Hulk" misses a golden opportunity to dramatize the reason they can't be together. Ang would throw no caution to lust; Ang would understand that Betty has to be thrown in harm's way to make the love story resonate. Expand
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  38. "UnclePappy"Wolf
    Jun 16, 2008
    8
    A wonderful way to reintroduce a character everyone tried to write off as not film worthy. The film does justice to the pathos of Bruce Banners struggle with his inner green demon. If Marvel were wise they should wait awhile and release the Edward Norton edited version of the film to garner the much needed re-watch value. They could call it The Edward Norton Ultimate Incredible Hulk Cut. At least put it on the DVD. Either way without it this movie is a must see. !!! Expand
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  39. JustinH
    Jun 16, 2008
    8
    Very solid movie and light years past the remake by Lee a few years ago. Not Iron Man (best movie of the summer so far) but not too far off. The story is VERY character driven so the Hulk, in my opinion, is around enough. But when he is he looks fantastic and moves perfectly. If they do another they need to just follow two words: MORE HULK.
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  40. TadG.
    Jun 16, 2008
    9
    it was everything that a Hulk movie should be
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  41. RobertS.
    Jun 16, 2008
    9
    Really good and with a lot of heart into it.
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  42. dougp.
    Jun 16, 2008
    8
    It is a good action film. Compared to Marvel's previous hit, Iron Man, I must say I prefer this one for two reasons. One, the conflict of the hero in this movie was more believable - the solitude, constant running away, etc. Two, the fight with the abomination was better and lengthier than the fight in Iron Man.
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  43. NigelN.
    Jun 16, 2008
    8
    This movie did not disappoint. No more abstract fights and a lot more direct action. Enough inter-play between characters for the audience to feel for Bruce Banner and Betty Ross. But ultimately - it's a "Hulking Smash"
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  44. LeslieD.
    Jun 16, 2008
    9
    Edward Norton is very effective as Bruce Banner. Overall the casting is very good and the beginning of the film is solid. The Betty and Bruce relationship is heart wrenching and deep. The film starts floundering at the end, the last 15 minutes are a build up to big action and it sort of falls flat but overall the film is very watchable and the actors performances really draw you in!
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  45. P.J.BBoss
    Jun 16, 2008
    10
    Unbelievably good. The graphics were crazy, the action was crazy. everything about this movie was just HOTT. This is how the Hulk is suppose to be.
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  46. TylerS.
    Jun 16, 2008
    10
    Way better than the first. The little throwbacks to the show and comics were great. Casting was good, acting was great. The Abomination redesign was surprisingly well done. I would see this over and over again.
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  47. NickA.
    Jun 16, 2008
    6
    Louis Leterrier’s reboot to this grizzly Marvel tale has much to thank 2003’s failed Hulk for, yet much to be learned remains as well. The Incredible Hulk utilizes the preexistence of Ang Lee’s earlier version as its story’s foundation, in that it assumes the viewer already knows the events that lead to Bruce Banner’s incredible transformation (and, if not, sums them up within the opening credits) and wastes no time getting to the action—not but 15 minutes into the near-two-hour runtime, Banner is chased through an air-tight mountaintop town in Brazil by Russian-born U.S. military specialist Emil Blonsky (Tim Roth) and his cohorts—which is and always has been what we wanted to see most of in a Hulk movie. Yet, when we get what we want, and little else, Lee’s more reflective, psychological translation doesn’t seem that bad after all. Five years following an incident at a university, in which Dr. Bruce Banner (Edward Norton) was accidentally exposed to a deadly dose of gamma-radiation, resulting in an atrocious alteration and the hospitalization of his only love, Betty Ross (underplayed here by the otherwise sexy Liv Tyler), we find him working in a bottling plant in Brazil, a fugitive of the United States and, specifically, the scar-faced General “Thunderbolt” Ross (William Hurt, in a one-note, if but great one-note performance), Betty’s estranged father who wants to use Banner’s blood to create the ultimate military weapon. When he’s not fixing mechanical problems at work or practicing breathing methods to lower his heart rate with real-life martial arts expert Rickson Gracie, Banner is swapping messages and data online with professor Samuel Sterns (first known to Banner and viewers as “Mr. Blue”), played by Syriana’s Tim Blake Nelson. When a drop of Banner’s blood misfortunately falls into one of the bottles on the factory belt, and is then consumed by an elderly Wisconsin man (Stan Lee, continuing his perennial Marvel cameos), General Ross and his special ops team, led by the aforementioned Blonsky—whose lust for action has kept him a field-soldier long past him prime (and eventually influences his decision to intentionally receive a biologically enhancing injection that irrevocably turns him into the grotesque Hulk-like super-villain the Abomination)—track down his whereabouts and chase him from Brazil to Guatemala, then follow him back to the university (at which time Lou Ferrigno makes an appearance as a hungry, easily persuaded security guard) and finally to New York, where he must face off against the menacing force created and now feared by the General in order to save the city and Betty. The screenplay, written by frequent comic-to-film inker Zak Penn (X2, Elektra, X-Men: The Last Stand) and reportedly roughed over by Norton, certainly brings the big green machine more light, and even whips up a solid hold of pensive romance between Bruce and Betty (which could actually be attributed more to Norton’s uncanny ability to express anguish—in this case, a longing to be with whom he avoids for the sake of safety—through a simple gleam in his eyes), though it seems to provide these things in spite of the depth and profundity of the gamma-scarred scientist that made him so enthralling to fans of the original comics. But Penn and star/scribe Norton do address Stan Lee’s Hulk enthusiasts (as does Leterrier—most blatantly in a rainy, thunder-lit scene in which a still-green-blimped Banner belts out a heinous roar atop a cave cliff with Betty nearby) in ways both subtle and barefaced. There are a few terrific scenes in which Penn/Norton hints at our antagonist’s future connection to The Avengers team—just before the screen turns black, Robert Downey, Jr. makes his much-talked-about cameo as Tony Stark, who offers a tipsy, of-out-typical-commanding-form General Ross information on a “team” that’s being scrapped together—and even feeds us information about the Hulk’s eventual replacement—in one scene, General Ross tells an interested Blonsky about the military’s efforts to gain supremacy in WWII by crafting a “super-soldier” serum, which, of course, is a reference to the becoming of another of Marvel’s most celebrated figures, Captain America (and if you’ve been keeping up on your comics or have any knowledge of The Avengers and its members, you’re already aware of that). Regrettably, the movie also involves some corny sap moments that are borderline insulting—after destroying the streets of Manhattan and nearly decapitating the Abomination with a mammoth chain link, a tear-sopped Betty offers consolation to the monstrous hero via two words—“It’s okay”—to which he responds by regressing his growl to a grievous cower, turning his burly brows upside down, and saying “Betty?” as though he had the intellect of an infant—yet they are most of them outweighed by the film’s surprising inclusion of genuinely funny comedy—the funniest bit has Betty and Bruce scanning the New York area for a transport and deciding a taxi is better for Bruce’s aggression than the subway, only to find the fortune of receiving a maniacal driver to whom Betty takes out her own aggression afterward (Banner then offers to teach her some “techniques that can help with that anger”). Leterrier delivers the quality of filmmaking he has before, shooting angles that are keen to action and amplify excitement (as was the case for both Transporter films, which he directed) yet focus on nothing additional. Nonetheless, his one-dimensional style nearly shelters itself beneath the film’s central technical subject: the special effects, which are very well crafted—this version of the raging brute looks meaner, grittier, and more yoked than Eric Bana’s soft-looking, lime-colored Hulk—and coincide almost identically with the recent penciled incarnations of comic artist Bryan Hitch (who’s responsible for drawing much of the latest Hulk comics), save the revision of Hulk’s pale-green, brown-looking foe (whose lizard-like comic personification is ditched here for a more hellish, skeletal depiction). Naturally, people are going to want to compare this film to the 2003 release and even last month’s other Marvel flick, Jon Favreau’s boomingly triumphant Iron Man. I’ll tell you upfront (as the most everyone will) that The Incredible Hulk, though with specks of wonderment, doesn’t even skim the surface that Iron Man soars high above. Although, when pitted against Ang Lee’s moderately-received adaptation, Marvel’s second attempt at this once-promising franchise succeeds on the slight of the presence of a real villain—Nick Nolte may always look like a bad guy (either in a role or not), but he and a ridiculous three-party of mutated dogs (including a pink poodle—seriously, Ang?!) don’t make very strong dangers in a film, especially to the Hulk!—and a 7-course feeding of heavy action (though some may breed a tummy ache as a result). Still, it’s ultimately to be decided by the viewer whether or not this Hulk stands up to its hype, but I’d give it a recommendation solely for its sparkling moments and entertainment value. Expand
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  48. MarkF.
    Jun 16, 2008
    10
    Awesome movie. Action packed this is the way the Incredible Hulk is meant to be.
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  49. JudyT
    Jun 16, 2008
    6
    Wasn't as good as it could have been with better writing. Edward Norton and the rest of the cast make a good try, but without success.
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  50. JamesC.
    Jun 17, 2008
    8
    Better job in sticking to true nature and spirit of Hulk in different points of his evolution. Good use of humor. A movie I will purchase.
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  51. AndreT.
    Jun 17, 2008
    7
    This is the real first movie of Hulk for me. I dislike the first one so much...You really got to feel for Banner and his struggle. And by any means, Banner is a fugitive and will always be to some extend. The effects were ok, but it's hard to somewhat beleive in that Hulk CGI. You have to take a leap of faith there...As for the actors, they were the right choices this time around. Good action movie and very decent story. If they can fix the HUlk and make him appear less spongy... Expand
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  52. SantoroP
    Jun 17, 2008
    6
    Solid movie, but with many flaws. Dialogue between Betty and the Hulk is laughably bad. The final action scene between the Hulk and the Abomination was disappointing. The real problem with this movie is the considerable lack of character development. I never got a feel for Bruce Banner's character. Liv Tyler as Betty Ross was a little bit to breathy. For now it's the number 2 superhero movie of the summer, well behind Iron Man. Hopefully by the end of the summer The Dark Knight will have surpassed it also. Expand
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  53. JoeC.
    Jun 17, 2008
    9
    mavel is doing a fantastic job with the new movies of theirs coming out, i wanted to give it a 9.5, but i dont have that option so look whos rounding down. great the way the movie built on itself for every fight scene. plus i teared up a but a few times
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  54. SophiaG.
    Jun 17, 2008
    9
    I love the movie's incretible hulk. I dont no what to say. Thank you for making the movies
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  55. SammyP.
    Jun 17, 2008
    10
    The movie was very well done. The CGI a much improvement from the 1st movie. The casting was very well done and I felt very strong emotions and real pity for Bruce and Betty. I will be buying this DVD when it comes out. The cameo by Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark at the end was awesome and "The Team" he talked about sounds very exciting. The Incredible Hulk is as good as the title suggest...Incredible! Highly recommended. Also went and saw "The Happening".......forget about that crappy movie go see The Incredible Hulk. Expand
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  56. Fantasy
    Jun 17, 2008
    7
    It was okay with a few twists and cameos by some well known people. Ironman was the much superior movie.
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  57. JimboH.
    Jun 17, 2008
    5
    A decent movie except for the "climatic" and cliche "final battle", which is the worst part of the whole movie and honestly brings it down. In "Iron Man", we see our hero fighting a bigger, silver colored, but more flawed version of himself. In the hulk we see our hero... uh... fighting a bigger, silver colored, but more flawed version of himself... Another thing seriously wrong is the "American Anime" parallels you see in this "climatic battle". Replace the hulk and that big guy you see in the preview with basically 80% of that cartoon crap that gets sent over here and there really isn't no difference. Except instead of a "hiyaaaa!" and "your powers are insignificant to mine!" while two people destroy part of a city fighting each other- you get "grunt!" and "grrrr!!!" and "you don't deserve your powers!" while two people... destroy part of a city fighting each other. And yes, when your big fight scene is 100% CG, its a cartoon. Also, check out the double-ending, the second of which they probably added two weeks before release. Overall a decent movie but Iron Man was better. Expand
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  58. CharlesR.
    Jun 18, 2008
    9
    If you can get beyond the animated-looking Hulk, this movie is head and shoulders above the last Hulk movie. Ed Norton's awesome-as-always performance brought the whole movie a step up, and while not possessing Iron Man's wit and charm, it did have a certain heart all of its own.
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  59. BillP.
    Jun 18, 2008
    5
    Not very engaging at all. It's like, yeah there's action, but who cares.
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  60. EK
    Jun 18, 2008
    5
    I'm not familiar with the comic and haven't seen Lee's version of the Hulk, so maybe I'm not best qualified to offer an opinion. But I have fond memories of the cartoon and TV show. However, I did find the not so subtle nods to the TV show rather corny. The story just wasn't engaging enough. The romance between Banner and Betty was unconvincing. The performances were average. Norton seemed disengaged. Liv Tyler basically had the same vacant expression throughout. Hurt was okay, but his fake mustache was distracting. Roth was miscast. CGI effects and action were decent in places, but there was no real sense of danger and excitement. The end battle for instance, had the two beasts battling away in a crowded city, but the sense of panic from the crowd was poorly conveyed. And it appears, after free falling from a plane and crashing to the ground, that not only is the Hulk indestructable, but so too is Banner. Any sympathy for Banner's plight towards the end of the film is killed off and with it any interest in a sequel. One for fans of the comic only. Expand
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  61. RyanP.
    Jun 19, 2008
    6
    It's decent, but the screenwriting and script could've been better. The end fight looked great though. Iron Man was much better overall.
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  62. JW
    Jun 19, 2008
    8
    HULK SMASH!!!!! I didnt know he refered to himself as the Hulk. One thing I have never understood about the Hulk character is his cognitive awareness. Banner has no control but Hulk knows Betty and shows some self control. The action was great and its worth seeing this movie if only for the action. CGI was impressive.
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  63. RonaldoD.
    Jun 19, 2008
    8
    The Incredible Hulk is a huge improvement from the previous 'The Hulk' (2003) film. With stunning visual effects, a respectable casting and moderately engaging storyline, The Incredible Hulk proves to be highly entertaining and well worth the watch!
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  64. SeanP.
    Jun 20, 2008
    9
    First of all do NOT pay attention to the critics' reviews. This movie is a piece of art. From AMAZING animations, storyline (romance movies should take notes with this movie) and the TIE-INs with other marvel characters. EPIC movie worth seeing couple if times, will defiantly buy the dvd with ironman!
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  65. ChuckN.
    Jun 20, 2008
    10
    This Hulk movie is WAY better then the first one, this is what the incredible hulk should look like The acting was great, the casting was perfect, the hulk didn't look fake, some humor and best of all the battle between The Hulk and the Abomination.
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  66. MattK.
    Jun 21, 2008
    6
    "The Incredible Hulk" is a step in the right direction for the franchise, but that doesn't mean it's all that good. Maybe it is, and maybe the shock of how great "Iron Man" was and anticipation of how awesome "The Dark Knight" will be built a 2008 comic book standard that "The Incredible Hulk" could never live up to. Something about how the film was paced bothered me. It barely had a sense of humor, which was a great letdown. Edward Norton, one of my favorite actors, didn't get the job done. It isn't like this is a character with no personality---Bruce Banner is a very intriguing character who could have substantial depth to him when put on film, but I didn't feel that Norton pulled it off. The two things that make this film truly worth watching are Tim Roth and the action scenes. The first Hulk scene was awesome, as was the second, and the third...all the way until the end. All in all, standard procedure comic book movie with great action lifts it just above average. "Iron Man" beats it in every category. Expand
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  67. JL
    Jun 21, 2008
    6
    The action scene at the end was awesome, but the rest of the movie was pretty slow. I don't mind slow movies if they have a good storyline with a solid script, but this movie lacked both.
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  68. EFT
    Jun 21, 2008
    2
    I don't get it. I thought this movie was terrible, and I thought Ang Lee's Hulk was great. Why does everyone think just the opposite? Besides not being as well directed or written, the CGI is far weaker.
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  69. MonaA.
    Jun 21, 2008
    9
    This film had a really good plot and awesome action scenes. Special affects were good as well. Overall, if you're into action films, watch this movie. You won't be disappointed.
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  70. Chris
    Jun 22, 2008
    2
    This movie became a precedent for my movie going experiences. Prior to this film, I had never gone into the theatre with lowered expectations for a film and walked out disappointed. This film was abominable. Any thinking or inquisitive person would only have one questioning thought throughout; 'how?' How does logic not touch upon the writer of this film. How do you go about making a film of paramount stupidity and not halt production to avoid the shame having your name in the credits of "The Incredible Hulk". I give this two points, one for each scene that works. This mindless dribble had my buddies and I laughing throughout. Skip it. Expand
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  71. JusW.
    Jun 22, 2008
    9
    I think movies SUCK when they are made with a sequel and the person who played the first hulk isnt in it.Maybe its because te first guy wasn't that good.But, This movie Was spectacular they could have done better on the script but it was good.I want to talk about "The Avengers" thats coming out in 2011!!!I hear they are bringing back all superheros even "Captain America".It'll be a blast andi wish i can see it once it comes out! Expand
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  72. AngieHope
    Jun 23, 2008
    9
    Great graphics
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  73. JK.
    Jun 23, 2008
    9
    Great movie, great cast. This is waaayy better than that Ang Lee crap. Go see this at the theatre so we can get a sequel!
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  74. RonimusPrime
    Jun 23, 2008
    8
    Loved It! Well-acted! I really cared about what happened to the Hulk and Bruce. The action scene at the University is Stunning! SEE IT!
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  75. BrendanF
    Jun 23, 2008
    7
    It's not that this film was bad, or even average, it's just that it is inevitably going to be compared to Iron Man, to which it is inferior in many aspects. The performances are solid, particularly Roth's, who gives a slightly less evil angle to the character of Blonsky than other supervillains. The action is fantastic, and the CGI is much improved. Norton was a good choice to cast as Banner, and he grew on me throughout the film, but he could've been given a little more to work with. The story is a little slower moving, and it's missing a sense of humor, but overall a solid superhero film that will simply be seen by many as Iron Man’s ugly cousin. Expand
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  76. AS
    Jun 25, 2008
    10
    What can I say? Perfect 10. I can't wait for the BD edition with the whole extra of 70 minutes with Edward Norton's magic touch. My personal favorite in the movie was in the beginning where Hulk was first "seeing" inside the factory. Genius! More of that please! Thanks to everyone for this incredible film and on for part 2 please ;D
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  77. IsaiahA.
    Jun 25, 2008
    10
    This movie was awesome!!! Unbeatable action sequences, great special effects, solid acting and just being a thrill ride are the key things that really made this film one of the best films of the year. I'm gladly awaiting the sequel, but if there isn't one, there's always "The Avengers"!!!!
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  78. NickM.
    Jun 25, 2008
    9
    This was the perfect Hulk movie. They ALMOST got it right in the TV series (but the lack of a Betty Ross was the downfall). They got it totally wrong in Ang Lee's movie. This movie was perfect though. What people don't seem to understand is the Hulk is a tragedy. It's not supposed to be witty or funny. Many of the critics panned it for that. Iron Man is a fun superhero. Hulk is a tragic superhero. This was told stupendously by the Marvel filmmakers. The only problem I had with the movie was the casting of Liv Tyler as Betty Ross. Sure, she's pretty and could probably do the job with someone other than Ed Norton. But the two didn't have the chemistry needed to truly pull off the level of intense love these two characters feel for each other (a love strong enough to tame the Hulk). Oh, and to the reviewer who said it was too slow... which Hulk movie were you watching?? Expand
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  79. NickT
    Jun 26, 2008
    8
    I really enjoyed this... more than I expected. I thought Edward Norton and Liv Tyler were great and I really felt the tragedy of their situation. Waaay better than Iron Man in my book.
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  80. ValmeekyR.
    Jun 26, 2008
    3
    The low rating is based on comparing this movie to Hulk 2003 which was truly about the Hulk, a character born of an accident with gamma radiation which unleashes suppressed mental trauma (quite violently). Leterrier's Hulk is a tribute to the 1977 series (i.e. Banner purposely exposes himself to gamma radiation to improve his physiology). Ang Lee's Hulk was a gigantic, disproportionate and child-like monster. Leterrier's Hulk looked a muscular man and moved like a character in Streetfighter. I'm sure the video game moves (and the weak-ass thunderclap) fascinated some people but I wanted to see the more of the Hulk's psyche exposed including a better symbiosis with Banner and waaaay more destruction when fighting a powerhouse like the Abomination. Expand
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  81. tonydannie
    Jun 27, 2008
    7
    I enjoyed this film. but unlike so many I actually did enjoy Ang Lee's version a whole lot better. Norton Does a good Bruce Banner. He is a great actor. But I think Banna made that Character more complex. The action was great but a bit over the top in this film. while the HULK does look a lot more realistic then in the Lee version. I felt it still looked CG. Hey hwat do you expect right. we can't have Farrigno playing him at his age. I guess what i am trying to say is that there were more memorable action scenes in the Lee version in this one. Here we got a big final showdown at the finalle that recalls that of Iron Man. That is just my two cents. I did not hate it. just liked Lee's Version better. Expand
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  82. AnaG.
    Jun 27, 2008
    10
    This is the Hulk Movie we had been waiting for! Everything worked really well and is so unlike Ang Lee's one that is almost perfect. Edward Norton is Bruce Banner and he shares a great chemistry with Liv Tyler. I had watched it twice and plan to watch it again!
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  83. HDAddicts
    Jun 27, 2008
    10
    This is one awesome movie......go see it NOW. Awesome action scenes and Norton is in top form as Bruce Banner. Don't listen to the mediocre critic reviews. We NEED a sequel to this, so go check it out in the theaters!
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  84. LawrieS.
    Jun 28, 2008
    1
    I find it difficult to say how bad this film truly is. There is a really bad plot (hulk gets chased by American military, done), there is virtually no script as anyone hardly ever says anything, it's really dark, the hulk is a pussy, please let me stop. OK Tim Roth is an uber soldier that turns into a bigger and more evil creature than the hulk, please get real! Save yourself the time and DO NOT WATCH IT!! Expand
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  85. MauricioL.
    Jun 28, 2008
    9
    The script is really short but the effects were a lot better, the hulk is a lot smaller which i really liked and the setting changed, Brazil was a nice touch, i really enjoyed it.
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  86. ChahinK.
    Jun 28, 2008
    9
    The Incredible Hulk shows a cocktail of great acting performances of Norton and Tyler, Roth, Hurt. The plot of the film gives the viewer a realistic view of how the Hulk tries to survive. The CGI is very realistic and effects are very well done. The movie has also good camera angles witch improves the viewing experience. There is also much action, but not too much. I pay allot of attention to the music, Music compositions performed by Craig Armstrong fits in the scenes and sound effects gives the perfect balance between film and music. I also liked in this movie how the Hulk was 'borned'. In a series of flashbacks that are fast and it spares allot of precious time that was wasted in the first Hulk-film. The casting of Ed Norton for Bruce Banner fits visually in the movie. Expand
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  87. BenB.
    Jun 28, 2008
    6
    This film covers the Hulk backstory pretty well. He is the tragic antihero of the Marvelverse as we hoped. My problem with the film is that the CGI really disappoints, especially in scenes combined with live action. I don't suppose it matters, but in a movie that somehow is driven by lots and lots of Hulk scenes, they could have done better. Liv Tyler is sort of flaccid as Betty Ross, but so is the character. Say what you will about her being the Beauty to Hulk's Beast, her character is still a stock type, who gets to mostly be the handwringing woman abandoned by the big green guy. What do we want for that role? Liz Taylor? Expand
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  88. MsediW.
    Jul 1, 2008
    9
    I loved this movie. I watched Ang Lee's version again a few day before I saw this one and the older one sucked. Hulk himself looked goofy and cartoony because of how bright green he was. But in this new one, Hulk looked awesome. He knew what he was doing, he showed his true anger and he didn't jump like 3,000 meters into the air. The scene where he takes the gunship down was beautiful. The only reason I give this a nine is because at many scenes especially the beginning, your just itching to see Bruce transform into the monster and start destroying things. Amazing movie. (The end. Cool.) Expand
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  89. JayA.
    Jul 1, 2008
    10
    An action packed movie, filled with lots of excitement and drama. Also an amazing storyline and a crazy ending with the tie-in of Tony Stark. I recommend this movie to anyone that has some spare time, to go see it. You won't regret it.
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  90. VladimirP
    Jul 2, 2008
    9
    This movie has exceeded my expectations coming in as a person who loves marvel, but wasnt such a big fan of the hulk. This movie has incredible visuals; making the hulk really look realistic. Choosing Edward Norton to take on this roll was perfect, Liv Tyler as his love interest and their chemistry is unreal. The storyline cannot be truer than any other marvel comic and ending the story with the opening of a branch of hulk-related movies. Although Iron Man was a step above in wits and cleverness, this movie is a keeper itself. Watch this movie. Seriously. Expand
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  91. AyE.
    Jul 3, 2008
    8
    Many comments seem to be pitching this film against Iron Man, which is kind of unfair as they both have very different tones. Having said that TIK stands as a good solid companion film alongside IM, although it is the weaker of the two. Norton makes a great Banner, Liv Tyler does some of her best standing about looking weepy (I'm being a bit harsh there actually), Hurt is good as always and Roth makes an interesting if unlikely baddie. One thing I couldn't quite get over was Roth's walk. In the scene with him and Hurt walking through a military warehouse I could not stop looking at the short swagger of Roth versus the upright military stride of Hurt. Letterier's direction is perfect for this film and while it's pretty mindless stuff, it entertains without offence, which is sometimes all you need from a film. Expand
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  92. SuitsYou
    Jul 4, 2008
    8
    It's getting there. If some one could take the best bits of the first and second film then mash them together... perfect. I like ed norton as Banner, but the thing I think HULK makers need to be concerned about is not what we want (effects driven action film) but something emotionally powerful where we really, really feel Banner's pain so that when it does cut to CGI, we carry that feeling through. At the moment there's still too much disconnection between actor and CGI. Expand
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  93. hamburglar
    Jul 10, 2008
    10
    Great movie. Loved the way hulk looks. Nice connection to the leader and i like the fact that hulk actually gets to fight an actual villain. Great Connection to Iron Man too.
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  94. kurtc.
    Jul 13, 2008
    9
    Very good storyline with lots of action.I just wish Hulk will say "Hulk smash!" some more.
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  95. WillC
    Jul 18, 2008
    8
    Great to see this back to the Stan Lee story line. I liked Eric Bana as Bruce Banner but the whole "Hulk" father / son thing was like HUH??! This movie did deliver good plot and story but with "Iron Man" it had a bar to beat that even the green machine could not leap over. If it had released prior to "Iron Man" it would of faired greater returns than it did. Still good a good flick.
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  96. SamuelJ
    Jul 19, 2008
    7
    It was OK. It has a typical story, average acting, and had enough action to keep me awake. It isn't the greatest movie ever but it doesn't suck. I would recommend it, but don't get too excited. And I am amazed that the CGI is worse than the previous hulk movie, which came out 5 years ago.
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  97. JonB
    Aug 3, 2008
    6
    The movie would have been much better had the previews not shown every important part of the movie.
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  98. ClarkW
    Aug 10, 2008
    9
    Every bit as good as Iron Man. Considering how bad the first movie was, I went in with zero expectations. I didn't have to worry though, it was fantastic. Edward Norton does for the Hulk what Robert Downey Jr. did for Iron Man, he is just spectacular. The supporting cast, led by Liv Tyler and Tim Roth, make the movie a classic. Don't be scared away by the first movie, this is one of the best superhero movies ever. Expand
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  99. JamesB.
    Sep 5, 2008
    7
    Not as good as Iron Man or the Dark Knight, but man it was fun and had a lot of Hulk Smash in it!
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  100. PhilB.
    Sep 18, 2008
    3
    Terrible, can't believe it received such positive reviews. The action was stilted, the script was appalling and the lead actress looked like she'd been to the plastic surgeon a few too many times, the nose and the upper lip. Worst movie I've seen in a long time, I love eddy norton, but this was atrocious.
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Metascore

Generally favorable reviews - based on 38 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 38
  2. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. Reviewed by: Simon Crook
    60
    A franchise rebooted with efficiency, energy and sporadic invention, although Hulk 2.0 hardly smashes it out of the park.
  2. Reviewed by: Robert Wilonsky
    60
    Cheers to lower expectations, then, because The Incredible Hulk is The Pretty Good Hulk. All things considered, of course.
  3. 75
    The Incredible Hulk is a more traditional superhero movie than its predecessor and should please those who want their not-so-jolly green giant served with helpings of action. This film provides less talk and more smashing.