Role Models
Universal Pictures | Release Date: November 7, 2008
8.1
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Universal acclaim based on 243 Ratings
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j30Nov 8, 2011
This movie is an hilarious raunchy comedy. Sure it has a cliche story line, but like I Love You Man, if you have the right actors/actresses you can strike comedic gold.
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NazguleroJul 1, 2011
I was ROFL for the entire length of the movie ! And I am 45 years old...not really sure what that says about me. Great cast, great script...bulls's eye !
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9
BenNov 14, 2008
After seeing a 59 on metacritic I assumed I would be watching a so so comedy with some familiar actors. This movie was FAR better than the 59 it received. It was easily one of the best movies of the summer, and by far the best comedy. You After seeing a 59 on metacritic I assumed I would be watching a so so comedy with some familiar actors. This movie was FAR better than the 59 it received. It was easily one of the best movies of the summer, and by far the best comedy. You will not be disappointed.… Expand
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10
NickWMar 14, 2009
Hilarious movie. Whoever wrote the script is godlike, because it's not written like a movie, it's written like real life human beings would have conversations. Just see it, you will be pleasantly surprised.
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BobMMar 10, 2009
Hilarious! Role Models is the best comedy since American Pie!
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[Anonymous]Nov 8, 2008
Great movie. Funny comedy. But better overall movie. Perfect casting creates believable characters.
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DonSJan 12, 2009
Unless you are offended by words this is a very funny movie. Better than the majority of raunchy comedy movies of the day. The only knock is the sub-par ending.
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8
ChazHayJan 12, 2009
Loved it. It's a hell of a lot of fun and the characters are great.
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KevinMJan 29, 2009
Don't get me wrong, I really liked this movie and thought it was hillarious, but I felt like the film itself had more to tell about what it means to grow up.
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EllenAMar 17, 2009
I don't think I've been this surprised by a "dumbass comedy" since Deuce Bigalow! While the dramatic side to the plot is only above average, the comedic side is hilarious. It's great to see good comic actors given such nutty I don't think I've been this surprised by a "dumbass comedy" since Deuce Bigalow! While the dramatic side to the plot is only above average, the comedic side is hilarious. It's great to see good comic actors given such nutty characters, such memorable dialog, AND effective gags all in the same movie. The humor is fairly crude at times, but it goes for cleverness far more often. Seriously, this film deserves some special award for sheer amount of double entendres (usually delivered with seeming unawareness). Fans of "The State" will not want to miss this one, since it features 4 of the 11 cast members, and was directed and co-written by David Wain. And if you thought Christopher Mintz-Plasse was funny as "McLovin", just wait until you see him unleash the true geekness here. After watching it a second time, I have to rate it one of the 20 funniest movies of all time (up there with "Idiocracy", "Monty Python and the Holy Grail", "Death to Smoochy", "Trading Places", and "Spinal Tap").… Expand
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10
RichardO.Nov 10, 2008
Really good movie. Better than expected. This is Christopher Mintz Plasse's coming out party.
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10
JackR.Nov 7, 2008
Awsome movie. Very funny and very touching at time. Damaged people finding out the joy in life following thier bliss.
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BenjaminD.Dec 4, 2008
Role Models was a really engaging and fun film. Mintz-Plasse was good, Paul Rudd and Sean William Scott were really warm and the kid he was hilarious. I love the "Boobie" lessons. And the LARP scenes were pretty smart.
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RevaGDec 8, 2008
The kids were hilarious. I thought this was really funny.
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HenryFilmsJan 31, 2009
Wow! After a dull beginning to the movie, Role Models really turned out to be a great movie in the end, Personally, I think that this movie is worth seeing when you want to see a movie with a couple of friends, and all of you like comedies. Wow! After a dull beginning to the movie, Role Models really turned out to be a great movie in the end, Personally, I think that this movie is worth seeing when you want to see a movie with a couple of friends, and all of you like comedies. 8/10 for Role Models.… Expand
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LauraSFeb 28, 2009
Hilarious movie with total rewatchability. Perfectly cast.
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AminK.Mar 29, 2009
This movie will give you some good emotions, believe me.
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RyanM.Aug 15, 2009
Surprisingly funny and at times heartwarming. Nothing that will be groundbreaking or a classic, but some good laugh out loud moments. Rudd is endearing and entertaining as well.
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FrankG.Nov 7, 2008
It's a lighthearted comedy that could have gotten away with PG-13 if the cursing and nudity had been cut down a lot. However, the language is totally necessary at points and will leave you laughing even at a serious point in the movie. It's a lighthearted comedy that could have gotten away with PG-13 if the cursing and nudity had been cut down a lot. However, the language is totally necessary at points and will leave you laughing even at a serious point in the movie. Other than that it is a lighthearted comedy with a few surprising morals and an over feel-good attitude once you leave.… Expand
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ChadS.Nov 8, 2008
Rudy(Chris Makepeace) can't fail. Under Tripper Harrison's tutelage(Bill Murray: Canadian role model), the gawky teen has a chance to be the star of his camp. If the unlikely North Star outpaces the favored Mohawk runner in the Rudy(Chris Makepeace) can't fail. Under Tripper Harrison's tutelage(Bill Murray: Canadian role model), the gawky teen has a chance to be the star of his camp. If the unlikely North Star outpaces the favored Mohawk runner in the last event(the marathon) on the last day of the Olympiad, the nerds will win the clash of the warring summer camps. Ivan Reitman's "Meatballs", like Bill Melendez and Phil Roman's "Race for Your Life, Charlie Brown" before it, succeeded because Rudy and "Chuck"(what Peppermint Patty would call Lucy's "blockhead") were likable underdogs in need of redemption. And what better way to get it than in competitive sports? "Role Models" climaxes with a medieval role-playing tournament that somehow permeates a level of palpable excitement on par with anything from the "big game" scenario in countless inspirational sports movies, or Peter Jackson's "Lord of the Rings" trilogy. Thanks to Gayle(Jane Lynch), "Role Models" exhibit sturdy wings, and not broken wings, when she assigns the right boy to the right mister; a preventive measure against "College"-like transgressions. Augie Farks(Christopher Mintz-Plasse) gets Danny Donahue(Paul Rudd), a misanthropic energy drink peddler as his "big", who advises his charge to "lose the cape". Wheeler(Seann William Scott), on the other hand, if he was Augie's mentor, would physically remove the stigmatizing garment from his neck: no capes in this man's army. A serious horndog, Wheeler(who mentors his "little" about the fine art of inconspicuous "booby"-watching), given the opportunity to mentor an older boy around Augie's age(Ronnie, played by Bobb'e J. Thompson is about nine or ten), potentially could have upped the raunch factor of "Role Models", and degenerate into a sex romp about Wheeler helping the sword-wielding misfit lose his virginity(he takes Ronnie to a house party but the kid is too young).… Expand
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10
NormanW.Nov 9, 2008
Even though we share the same last name I've been critical of his work in the past. This time David Wain nails it! Just the right mix of romp, raunchy and ridiculous to give you a great night at the movies.
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AronJ.Dec 1, 2008
In my opinion, this movie is the best original comedy ive seen in a while. Its actually really funny and the acting is great. It was directed well and plasse was hilarious, as well as paul rudd and seann. Yes its raunchy, but its funny and In my opinion, this movie is the best original comedy ive seen in a while. Its actually really funny and the acting is great. It was directed well and plasse was hilarious, as well as paul rudd and seann. Yes its raunchy, but its funny and very original. Perfect in my opinion.… Expand
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8
PaulL.Dec 4, 2008
I ended up seeing this one twice (circumstantial) and watching it a second time, it was still a funny and enjoyable movie. Sean William Scott plays the same character as I've seen him in every other movie and he's still doing a I ended up seeing this one twice (circumstantial) and watching it a second time, it was still a funny and enjoyable movie. Sean William Scott plays the same character as I've seen him in every other movie and he's still doing a good job. I would definitely recommend this movie and I'm sad that it didn't receive higher ratings by critics.… Expand
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ColinH.Dec 7, 2008
David Wain, coupled with a hilarious cast, produces an amazing work of art. The writing is amazingly well done- witty remarks are scattered throughout the film. It does use sexual humor and contains nudity, so I wouldn't recommend David Wain, coupled with a hilarious cast, produces an amazing work of art. The writing is amazingly well done- witty remarks are scattered throughout the film. It does use sexual humor and contains nudity, so I wouldn't recommend seeing it with a parent. A must see.… Expand
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OmarG.Mar 13, 2009
A movie that started out bland quickly turned into something else. The movie's cast is great to contribute to its simple, yet hilarious comedy. Although, predictable, it is worth the watch.
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SimonB.May 17, 2009
Ridiculously funny! Casting is perfect and the banter between the main characters is classic.
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10
JohnnyG.Nov 12, 2008
I haven't laughed that hard since 40 year old Virgin and Old School.
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8
JeremyB.Nov 28, 2008
Finally, a decent Sean William Scott movie (maybe it's because of Paul Rudd)
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MrC.Nov 29, 2008
Funniest movie I've seen in a long time. Although I think it is a comedy most appreciated by men 36-50 yrs old. Paul Rudd really has that character down pat. Wheeler's "little" had some of the best lines.
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TheQuietGamerMar 10, 2011
This is one of the funniest movies i've ever seen, the main characters all compliment each other nicely, my only complaint is that I'm not cool seeing a kid who looks about 10 years old cuss every sentence, but still a hilarious movie.
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TheRobotGuyJul 25, 2012
I ended up really enjoying this movie. The little kid was so funny and surprisingly bounced off Sean William Scott. It's just a genuinely funny and nerdy film. It has a decent premise and a great ending.
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9
JawsPapi87Nov 23, 2011
Hilarious movie. Paul Rudd never disappoints. And the two performances by the littles are hilarious as well as a ridiculously funny small role from Jane Lynch. Definitely recommend this one.
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8
harrymanOct 4, 2011
I really like this movie, it has a pretty good story and a hilarious script. At the beggining i sucked aI really like this movie, it has a pretty good story and a hilarious script. At the beggining i sucked a dick...................................................................................................................................................................................................… Expand
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8
ZilcellDec 2, 2011
It is actually pretty funny. The acting was unexpectedly great. There are not a lot of reasons to not see this intensely humorous comedy with great performances.
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7
TTW107Feb 11, 2012
Basically anything Sean William Scott is in will be hilarious. And when you add Paul Rudd and McLovin and the little kid Ronnie, you've got a funny movie.
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7
Compi24Nov 28, 2012
An overall entertaining comedy, with a cast of colorfully written characters.
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8
survivorfan989Mar 11, 2013
Solid comedy that I actually didn't think I would enjoy but ended up getting a nice surprise as it was quite funny! Both Paul Seann work great together and both of their 'kids' they have to watch are funny also. It's a good storyline withSolid comedy that I actually didn't think I would enjoy but ended up getting a nice surprise as it was quite funny! Both Paul Seann work great together and both of their 'kids' they have to watch are funny also. It's a good storyline with good messages behind the comedy that's originally presented. The jokes are also consistent and with hilarious characters throughout it's held up well Overall an enjoyable comedy with plenty to chuckle at, and it's well worth a look!… Expand
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python2000Aug 13, 2013
The two mains are good, Paul Rudd especially. But the real star of the show is Christopher Mintz Plasse as nerd Auggie Farks. His performance is hilarious and almost as good as the legendary McLovin in Superbad. I would say that Role ModelsThe two mains are good, Paul Rudd especially. But the real star of the show is Christopher Mintz Plasse as nerd Auggie Farks. His performance is hilarious and almost as good as the legendary McLovin in Superbad. I would say that Role Models is a very funny film which will definitely entertain you, mainly because of Christopher Mintz Plasse being on hilarious form.… Expand
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FrenchToastOct 13, 2018
Overall good comedy with a positive message. Was a little too elementary at times, with Sean William Scott's character being a little too juvenile, but other people play their parts well.
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homer4presidentMar 31, 2015
Sean William Scott and Paul Rudd come together and produce a comical-bromantic-based story. With their costars shining as bright as the main stars, the film presents a funny atmosphere with the typical satirical feel. A clever script/plotSean William Scott and Paul Rudd come together and produce a comical-bromantic-based story. With their costars shining as bright as the main stars, the film presents a funny atmosphere with the typical satirical feel. A clever script/plot bounded together with a joyous and hysterical hold.… Expand
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BeingNickDohNov 19, 2015
I consider this to be a family movie, because, the reality is, kids come in all shapes and sizes... and we cannot exactly tell who they will grow up to be. And any indirect advertisement for helping underprivileged kids is also good.

TheI consider this to be a family movie, because, the reality is, kids come in all shapes and sizes... and we cannot exactly tell who they will grow up to be. And any indirect advertisement for helping underprivileged kids is also good.

The humor is not offensive, while at moments a little racist, ironically.
And Paul Rudd's personality as an actor is covered immensely here.
And Sean Scott - is still Stifler… Expand
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RobwinzAug 7, 2020
Role Models is actually a pretty funny comedy movie with a pretty good plot and it's followed up with some really good acting from the cast.

All of the cast throughout this movie are all brilliant and they're all funny in their differentRole Models is actually a pretty funny comedy movie with a pretty good plot and it's followed up with some really good acting from the cast.

All of the cast throughout this movie are all brilliant and they're all funny in their different sort of ways, the dialogue which the characters give is also very good and it's honestly all well given.

The movie's got some very heart warming scenes and they're all actually pretty good because they work very well and they don't feel forced in any sort of way.

Finally, the rude humour which this movie's got is honestly very funny and nothing feels like it misses, which is very good.

Overall, Role Models is actually a pretty funny comedy movie. The movie's got a good plot, a brilliant cast, lots of very good dialogue, some very heart warming scenes and some great humour throughout to keep you entertained.… Expand
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