User Score
8.1 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 36 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 36
  2. Negative: 0 out of 36

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  1. Apr 18, 2013
    8
    The Rundown is not especially clever or engaging when it comes to storyline. In fact, it's fairly simple. But when you put The Rock and Christopher Walken and Seann William Scott in an action movie together, you certainly can't go wrong. Here is proof.
  2. Apr 20, 2011
    10
    This was fun, really entertaining and probably deserves a sequel.

    Engaging chemistry between The Rock and Sean William Scott.

    Kudos also to Ernie Reyes, Jr. who provided one of the most memorable action scenes - his best performance since Ninja Turtles 2 and Ninja Surfers.
  3. ZahidI.
    Aug 1, 2006
    10
    Suprisingly good. Sean W.S. and The Rock actually work well together, and Walken's lines were funny. This is a treat to the MILLIONS [and millions]...etc.
  4. JoeyK.
    Jul 28, 2006
    8
    A cheesy action film starring the Rock? How good can it be? You'd be surprised. It's funny and surprisingly clever. The actions scenes are good and very well filmed (think the exact opposite of the Bourne Supremecy). It's cliched and unamazing, but it's a well done, high quality action film. If you're looking for a really good, deep thinker of a movie, then you know better to not look here for it. If you're looking for a throwaway action film, this is it, and you will be surprised at how good this one turns out to be. Expand
  5. PatC.
    Jul 28, 2006
    4
    Good action film, but also flagrantly disposable.
  6. johnm.
    Jan 11, 2006
    10
    This movie is the greatest action movie Rock rules and do u want a little thunder how bout some lightning.
  7. Sam
    Feb 26, 2005
    8
    I'm not usually a fan of blockbuster action movies, but this is just too much fun. I must also give props to The Rock for coming a long way from wrestling acting, cause he aint terrible in this.
  8. ZeahV.
    Oct 4, 2004
    8
    Good but not great.
  9. LukeT.
    Apr 28, 2004
    8
    Nice.
  10. PatrickH.
    Apr 2, 2004
    9
    An excellent movie!!! Awesome acting by The Rock yet again!!!
  11. ManuteB.
    Mar 28, 2004
    10
    Great action and just a great all-around movie! A must see!!!
  12. MichaelK.
    Sep 30, 2003
    6
    Random, senseless, sometimes generic plot, but great action and occasionally funny. Seann William Scott's beginning to wear on one's will to live, however.
  13. DDunn
    Sep 30, 2003
    9
    Very good movie...lots of action!
  14. NickV.
    Sep 29, 2003
    9
    Good movie. If you smell what the rock is cookin.
  15. NicolasO.
    Sep 29, 2003
    9
    Makes me laugh, great action scenes. It's a good movie, I enjoy it very much ! go see it !
  16. ChadS.
    Sep 27, 2003
    5
    "The Rundown" isn't utterly generic. There's a plot twist that caught me off-guard. It's doesn't cause a major alteration to the story, but we should be grateful to any burst of inspiration, however miniscule. "The Rundown" might've been better if they unleashed Christopher Walken. After seeing Johnny Depp's work this summer, humor, beyond the usual banter between leads, is a welcome counterpoint to the rough stuff. But he's held in check so The Rock can show off his comic wares and McGyver ways. Expand
  17. TracyR.
    Sep 27, 2003
    8
    I went in being very pessimistic about this movie. I didn't know what to expect from The Rock after Scorpian King. I can now say that he more than well made up for it. This was the perfect combo of actors. Possibly one of the better action movies I have seen in a long time.
  18. JohnY.
    Sep 27, 2003
    8
    Here?s a true brainless action film, unashamed of its heritage and with enough style and bravado to please everyone. Unlike so many summer flicks, this has a hero worth rooting for, and supporting players that are more than mere decoration. Which begs the question ?- why wasn?t this released earlier? Perhaps Walken?s just too creepy.
  19. ScottL.
    Sep 26, 2003
    10
    A Great Little action-comedy. Good Job Rock,Stifler, and Walkin.
  20. JesseP.
    Sep 26, 2003
    10
    AWESOME!
  21. NickS.
    Sep 25, 2003
    7
    If you laughed at all during the trailer, you're going to enjoy this film. The Rock has amazing screen presence and does wonders with a weak script. Stifler is completely one-dimensional and does exactly what you expect him to do.. Christopher Walken plays the classic villain and is a joy to watch on screen with The Rock. There were, of course, holes in the plot, and lots of useless scenes but director Peter Berg definitely knows how to make a fun action-comedy! Go see this film if you want to be entertained and have some fun at the movies!!! Expand
  22. StaceyG.
    Sep 25, 2003
    9
    The Rundown is an awesome adventure comedy that sets huge expectations and raises the bar for movies of its same type. the rock, sean william scott, christopher walken and Rosario dawson bost good performances and the Rock proves he is a movie star. very entertaining, a movie you will talk about and will want to see again!
Metascore

Mixed or average reviews - based on 36 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 36
  2. Negative: 2 out of 36
  1. Reviewed by: Scott Brown
    75
    The Rundown is actually a lot of fun, mostly because The Rock, simply by standing there and being The Rock, cancels out Scott entirely.
  2. Those not in the smackdown frame of mind will find an overabundance of head-butts, body slams and pounding aural effects -- this is a definite contender for loudest film of the year -- but also will discover instances of innovative, spectacular stuntwork and, though the comic interplay often falls flat, a story with heart.
  3. Reviewed by: David Ansen
    70
    The Rock and Scott work up some nice comic chemistry, but it’s the dependably warped Walken who steals the most scenes. The frenetically edited fight sequences will satisfy the blood lust of the target audience.