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6.7 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 101 Ratings

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  2. Negative: 22 out of 101

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  1. PoorK.
    Mar 9, 2007
    0
    Watching this movie was a deeply sickening experience that will haunt me to the day I die (and maybe in the after-life). I can't believe none of the reviews I read took the movie to task for the unbelievably naive, stupid, ridiculous, misleading, dangerous ideas it espouses - all the while pretending to be a feel-good do-good movie. I cannot fathom the self-serving diatribe against 'sweat shops' in developing countries. Sure, it might benefit some of the lower skilled workers in rich countries if we stopped buying from third world countries, but what happens to those third world country workers after the factories close down??? This movie has an even more outrageous and mind-numbing solution, pass a law in third world countries raising pay for everyone! Oh horray horray! How simple! So all the poor developing countries in the world could become instantly rich and prosperous overnight if their government would only pass a law mandating that everyone should get paid a million dollars a day! Wow! I have seen the light! What a sure and solid grasp of economic fundamentals! And why don't all the governments of the world just do this? Surely it would ensure the undying gratitude and votes of the masses that would ensure you stayed in power forever. You would go down in posterity and people would be naming their grandchildren after you long after you've passed away! So why not? Because they are getting pressure from evil big business? The convenient bogeyman and favourite bad guy of simplistic and morally smug movies from Hollywood. Oh it all makes sense now! Really, movies have their role as entertainment, but when they get into deep social messages - they usually do more harm than good. Expand
    • 1 of 2 users said yes
  2. RahulD.
    Apr 20, 2008
    10
    This is one of the best comedies out there. If you want a quick laugh without thinking, watch this.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  3. SB
    Dec 5, 2008
    5
    An average comedy as far as comedies go. This movie is worth quite a few guilty laughs... which brings me to the fact that Poor K. really needs to lower the blood pressure. Getting all worked up like that over this silly movie is like getting mad at an 8 year old child for calling you Poopface. Please calm down, you are embarrassing yourself... it's just a (stupid) movie.
    • 0 of 2 users said yes
  4. KevinM
    Mar 13, 2009
    10
    I can't understand some people's extreme dislike for this movie. I loved every minute of this movie and I'm sorry if it was too wacky for some, but that's the point.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  5. RalphW
    Jul 30, 2009
    10
    A very good comedy with a lot of funny actors. And too all the comments calling this a social message, ITS A FREAKING COMEDY MOVIE, if you take this seriously then there is something really really wrong with your head its meant to be funny and not to be taken seriously, were all looking at you "Poor K."
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  6. TonyJ
    Sep 4, 2009
    9
    If you like Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson then this is a must-see. It's a very funny film. @ Poor K. - you're taking it too seriously! It's a comedy film, not a socio-economic commentary. Next you'll be complaining that Spiderman doesn't portray spiders justly.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  7. SusanneO
    Feb 3, 2010
    10
    People must not understand what satire is. This movie is one of the funniest satirical movies I have ever seen.
    • 0 of 1 users said yes
  8. JonathanF.
    May 7, 2005
    7
    This movie is "ok", fun, an amusement. Though it does contain a couple of brilliant jokes (i.e. "Male Models having "Fun" at the Gas Station), basically the movie is aims very low. There are many idiotic childish jokes, which makes you feel sometimes uncomfortable, or may cause you regrets for buying the ticket/renting the DVD. But since it is a parody, we have to accept that level. Ben Stiller is a great comedian, but in my opinion he is much more funny as a loser type, rather than the "idiot" type he plays in most of his movies. That is why "Meet the Parents" and "There's Something About Mary" are funnier, more intelligent films than "Zoolander" or "Dodge Ball". Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  9. Staci
    Sep 20, 2005
    10
    This is my favorite movie of all time. Ben Stiller is a genius.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  10. KeeganH.
    May 23, 2006
    9
    This movie was so funny owen wilson + Ben stiller = hilarious.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  11. Mikeyt
    Aug 6, 2006
    0
    I couldn't watch through the first time. Tried watching it again today, and I still couldn't finish through the end. It's that bad. Its one of those movies that try too hard to force you to get the joke in every scene. You think the all-star cast/cameos that signed into the project read the script knew better. But it sucks. If K-mart or Old Navy were to produced movies, it would be this. The movie wasn't stupid-funny, but stupid-lame. Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  12. NunyaB.
    Oct 27, 2006
    10
    Absolutely hilarious. It's been 6 months since the last time of many that I've seen this movie, and I'm laughing just thinking about it.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  13. EmmaN.
    Jan 29, 2007
    8
    My brother made me watch this movie coz he loved it SO much. And I must admit, it is very funny. A creative idea executed to near highest standards. V. Good.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  14. EgbertN.
    Mar 26, 2007
    1
    Truly one of the worst films I have ever seen. And what's with all the apparently deliberate offense towards Malaysia? Avoid at all costs.
    • 0 of 3 users said yes
  15. Abby
    Jun 30, 2007
    8
    I am still laughing.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  16. MrJasler
    Jul 31, 2004
    10
    Its interesting to see those people here who give a 0 or 1 etc.. for this movie, you are actually the dumb ones for missing the whole point of this movie. Obviously your too serious of a person and boring to appreciate the genius that goes on in this movie. This has got to be one of the best comedies ever made. Its easy to act intelligent, but acting stupid and keeping a straight face about it is harder than you think. Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  17. PatC.
    Jun 21, 2004
    0
    I found this film to be unwatchable.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  18. JL
    Jun 29, 2004
    3
    This movie has corny humor. Anyone can act the way the people did in this movie.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  19. KaitlynL.
    Nov 3, 2002
    10
    This movie was really, really ridicously FUNNY. TEN THUMBS UP FOR SURE. I am also starting a Zoolander Fan Club, where we can act out scenes from the movie. Any bad comments about this movie should be banned. Thanks for your time but I can derelickt my own balls thank you very much.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  20. LisaW.
    Aug 29, 2002
    10
    Total genius!! You need to get this film to truly appreciate it. Fantastic and def one of my fav films ever! Love it, makes me laugh everytime and I notice something new each time I watch it.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  21. MichelleP.
    Oct 11, 2002
    4
    Don't get me wrong here. I thought Zoolander was hilarious, and easily one of the funniest movies I've ever seen, but the movie's stupidness really made me loath it. Sorry, I don't go for "dumb" movies.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  22. [Anonymous]
    Oct 5, 2001
    0
    This movie is a waste of time.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  23. EmanuelC.
    Oct 1, 2001
    7
    Copies "Austin Powers" but still has its own unique brand of comedy. Owen Wilson is great. This film has the funniest orgy scene I've ever seen.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  24. MertE.
    Oct 2, 2001
    0
    This movie never elevates beyond the level of a skit. Ben Stiller's performance is self-conscious and irritating--and i'm normally a fan. This movie sucks, I want my money back.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  25. Ben
    Apr 14, 2003
    10
    GREATEST MOVIE EVER!!!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  26. RichardM.
    Sep 28, 2001
    0
    This is the only movie I have even seen where I wished the film broke to put me out of my misery. Your rating system needs to be revamped for this one - It does not go low enough!!!!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  27. GabeT.
    Mar 16, 2002
    5
    As a comedy spoof, Zoolander has its moments. However, once the film becomes sick of its own joke and begins laughing at itself more than u r, it becomes redundant.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  28. JimH.
    Jun 25, 2002
    10
    The funniest movie i have seen in a long time!!!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  29. HugoL.
    Jan 1, 2002
    10
    This movie is one of the most briliant comedies I ever seen.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  30. NicstarM.
    Nov 13, 2002
    10
    I thought this movie was great as it was hilarious and i loved the camera work and all those wonderful costumes!! overall i would say this was the best movie i have ever seen!!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  31. CarolynS.
    Dec 2, 2001
    7
    There are some parts of this movie that made me cringe a little, but overall, it was fairly funny, especially since I did not have any expectations whatsoever. It is nice to see Stiller playing a different type of role.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  32. NikcS.
    Aug 2, 2002
    10
    This movie is absolutely hilarious and gives a lot of high profile actors and actresses a chance to refresh their images in a playful setting.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  33. EthanS.
    Oct 1, 2001
    10
    I loved it dude, it is so funny, Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson rule, and Christine Taylor is hot.
    • 0 of 1 users said yes
  34. ZackD.
    Apr 2, 2003
    10
    This was the best movie i have ever seen. It was hysterical and keeps a good and funny conversation going with me and my friends. i recommend to buy/watch this movie. DEFINiTELY! god it's funny
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  35. CoryS.
    Mar 14, 2003
    0
    One of the worst films I've ever witnessed. Could not finish it. What a waste of time.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  36. BrazilG.
    Oct 10, 2001
    8
    All of you numbnuts who go expecting an Oscar winner deserve what you get. The rest of you will enjoy yourselves with an hour and a half of silly laughs.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  37. W
    Apr 15, 2002
    1
    98% was just plain dumb. No redeeming social value.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  38. MikeM.
    Nov 18, 2002
    1
    This was one of the worst movies I've seen. Admitingly I went to see it with high hopes but those hopes were dashed by such dumb/lame humor. Don't get me wrong, I like some movies with dumb humor but this was going too far. If there was one saving grace, I got to see Gwen Stefani on the big screen. I saw this with my brother and we both wanted to walk out of this movie and he enjoys dumb humor more than me. Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  39. LuLu
    May 27, 2002
    10
    This movie has quickly become one of my favorites. On the surface it may not seem all that great, but there are so many parodies and cameos that I've come to really enjoy watching it over and over again.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  40. Beagle
    Oct 13, 2001
    6
    I laughed at several scenes, but not uproariously. Once you get the joke, it seems to repeat itself over and over. Not to be missed so long as it's at the matinee or entertainment book price.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  41. AlS.
    Mar 12, 2003
    9
    The genuis of this movie is how overboard and stupid it is while at the same time being able to control it.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  42. EmanuelC.
    Oct 1, 2001
    7
    Copies "Austin Powers" but still has its own unique brand of comedy. Owen Wilson is great. This film has the funniest orgy scene I've ever seen.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  43. KathyK.
    Jun 4, 2002
    10
    This movie's hillarious!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  44. EileenG.
    Aug 29, 2002
    10
    It was so funny! I love this movie! The movie was so cool. It's dumb and awesome. It's one of my favorite movies!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  45. RichH.
    Aug 29, 2002
    10
    It is one of the dumbest, funniest movies.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  46. Beagle
    Oct 13, 2001
    6
    I laughed at several scenes, but not uproariously. Once you get the joke, it seems to repeat itself over and over. Not to be missed so long as it's at the matinee or entertainment book price.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  47. RyanM.
    Oct 18, 2001
    9
    One of the dumbest, but flat-out funniest movies of the year!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  48. Carolyn
    Nov 25, 2002
    10
    OMG!! Me and my friends LOVED this movie, the pure stupidity was hilarious! The movie was so entirely quoteable. I've seen this movie so many times, and I still haven't gotten tired of it.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  49. AngelaL.
    Oct 24, 2001
    10
    I think that this movie was hilarious...I have been trying to make my face into "Blue Steel" all day! All of you who gave the movie the big gooseegg should lighten up and go get an orange mochacchino!!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  50. Spak
    Jul 7, 2003
    10
    If you can't enjoy this movie...you'll just have to work at being really, really, really...ridiculously good-looking.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  51. SarahS.
    Dec 20, 2001
    6
    Some really dull bits but there were enough funny things to make it not totally suck.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  52. ScottS.
    Oct 2, 2001
    10
    This is an exuberantly silly, devilishly stupid film where the humor is carefully and smartly concocted to seem dumber than it is. Just as being serious about one's comedy seems incongruous but is vitally important, using skill and intelligence to manufacture ridiculous plots and characters is also a fine art. This movie is all about making fun of the shallow side of American culture. Those who don't get it are either fools or they only swim in the shallow end of the brain pool. Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  53. DanC.
    Feb 29, 2004
    9
    It gets better on second viewing.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  54. MattW.
    Mar 9, 2004
    0
    This was not only one of the worst comedies of all time, but the worst movie. I didn't even chuckle or grin once.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  55. Dav
    Mar 12, 2004
    10
    Funniest movie ever. has to be seen over and over. just gets better every time i see it. and its funny how it switchs like that!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  56. DannyD
    Feb 10, 2005
    9
    Brilliant comedy, but did start to fade away at the end. It still rocked!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  57. Dec 13, 2010
    10
    This one of my most favorite films. It is satire at its best. The chemistry itself is a reason to watch, for the way Stiller and Wilson work so very well together. Yes, silly, but done in the best way possible!
  58. Jan 8, 2011
    0
    As Roger Ebert said in his review of this film - it is a good example why the world hates America. Well, Ebert was a bit too harsh, I'd say, but this is definitely a disgrace to Hollywood and humankind in general, I'd say. So shallow, so stupid and so over-the-top that it induces vomit. 'Zoolander' is one of the worst films I have ever seen in my life. Yes, I will admit it had a few funny scenes, but quite frankly after watching it I just could not control the discomfort I felt. It is just a bad bad film, and is one of the reasons why I've disliked Ben Stiller for years after. I would definitely not recommend it - bad story, bad acting (quite atrocious, actually), bad dialogue, bad..everything. Expand
  59. Mar 4, 2011
    0
    Huge disappointment. Just another comedy that was not funny. I couldn't watch this again if I tried. I wish David Bowie had never been in it and perhaps he feels the same.
  60. Mar 23, 2011
    7
    Zoolander was funnier than most comedies iv'e seen made in the past decade. Occasionally, you need to leave reality behind and just have fun at the movies
  61. Nov 26, 2011
    5
    Its one of those films that is just so stupid that its good. There is nothing really good about this film - The story is stupid yet original, The acting is decent but not as good as you would expect, and there was a few laughable parts in it. Chances are if you laugh at fart jokes then you will laugh at this.
  62. Mar 22, 2012
    6
    A completely accurate documentary about the intelligence level of male fashion models. Very educational.
Metascore

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 30
  2. Negative: 2 out of 30
  1. 80
    Basically one elaborate joke about male modeling and all the vanity, emasculation, and fatuousness that attend it. Fortunately, it's a good joke.
  2. 50
    A sometimes inspired but sputtering parody of the fashion industry. It's desperate to please, yet never unzips the fancy pants of haute couture.
  3. Reviewed by: Jay Carr
    75
    Isn't always on the money, but when it is, it really is.