The Bucket List

Name: The Bucket List
Genre: Adventure, Drama, Comedy
Released: December 25, 2007
Duration: 97 min
Rating: 42
Cast: Jack Nicholson, Morgan Freeman

2007

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Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: December 25, 2007 | PG-13

Starring: Jack Nicholson, Morgan Freeman

Summary: Carter Chambers, an auto mechanic, and corporate billionaire Edward Cole find themselves sharing a hospital room with plenty of time to think about what might happen next--and about how much of that is in their hands. For all their apparent differences, they soon discover they have two very important things in common: an unrealized need toCarter Chambers, an auto mechanic, and corporate billionaire Edward Cole find themselves sharing a hospital room with plenty of time to think about what might happen next--and about how much of that is in their hands. For all their apparent differences, they soon discover they have two very important things in common: an unrealized need to come to terms with who they are and the choices they've made, and a pressing desire to spend the time they have left doing everything they ever wanted to do. So, against doctor's orders and all good sense, these two virtual strangers check themselves out of the hospital and hit the road together for the adventure of a lifetime--from the Taj Mahal to the Serengeti, from the finest restaurants to the seediest tattoo parlors, and from the cockpit of vintage racecars to the open door of a prop plane--with just a list and their passion for life to guide them. Adding and crossing items off their list while taking in the grandeur and beauty of the world, they will grapple with the difficult questions and the even more difficult answers that plague all of us. And, without even realizing it, they'll become true friends. Sometimes you just need a deadline to get your life in gear. (Warner Bros.)… Expand

Director: Rob Reiner

Genre(s): Adventure, Drama, Comedy

Rating: PG-13

Runtime: 97 min

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Kyle Smith

Actors tell us that dying is easy, comedy is hard. But comedies about dying are hardest of all. Read full review

Jack Mathews

Despite some emotional dips and a see-it-to-believe-it load of schmaltz at the end, The Bucket List is mostly a joy ride with good company, and the actors obviously were having a high time on their traveling boondoggle. Read full review

Chris Kaltenbach

The movie has its moments, and some are undeniably affecting. But even those seem artificial, relying far too much on our familiarity with and fondness for the film's stars. Read full review

Carrie Rickey

Nothing wrong about a movie that says, Stop and smell the roses. Now, if only director Rob Reiner hadn't rubbed our noses in a bouquet of plastic blooms. Read full review

Mick LaSalle

Emotionally false. Read full review

Pete Vonder Haar

Edward and Carter are like the original Odd Couple, except nobody’s laughing. Read full review

Jonathan Rosenbaum

I don't know if Rob Reiner is the one to blame for this atrocity, but he directed and coproduced. Read full review

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PhyllisL.

Apr 19, 2008

I base3 this purely on the strong acting of Nicholson and freeman, as well as a heartwarming story..very much enjoyed.

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ElaineS.

Mar 31, 2008

I don't understand why some crtics said that this movie was a waste of time. To me this movie is one of the most beautiful and touching story. There are laughs and there are cries. After watching this movie, I have put it in my list of favorite movies. Despite what the critics have to I don't understand why some crtics said that this movie was a waste of time. To me this movie is one of the most beautiful and touching story. There are laughs and there are cries. After watching this movie, I have put it in my list of favorite movies. Despite what the critics have to say, I think that this movie is definitely worth the time to watch and I think that this movie DOES indeed have alot of reality in it. It's Wonderful. I loved every minute of it.… Expand

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BMFSLP2

Mar 6, 2011

Once again, the critics have it all wrong. Glad we didn't rely on their rating. The movie is wonderful in every way. The only part that was over the top was the crashing of the two cars. Making a "Bucket List" is a good idea for everyone, as it is helpful to set goals and contemplateOnce again, the critics have it all wrong. Glad we didn't rely on their rating. The movie is wonderful in every way. The only part that was over the top was the crashing of the two cars. Making a "Bucket List" is a good idea for everyone, as it is helpful to set goals and contemplate one's mortality. We will highly recommend this movie.… Expand

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ErnestoB.

Feb 3, 2008

My wife and I just viewed the movie this evening and both of us found it to be a very heart-warming movie. An enjoyable film and a typical of Rob Reiner film. We would highly recommend it. It would resonate well with anyone coming to grips with their mortality. Judging from the audience My wife and I just viewed the movie this evening and both of us found it to be a very heart-warming movie. An enjoyable film and a typical of Rob Reiner film. We would highly recommend it. It would resonate well with anyone coming to grips with their mortality. Judging from the audience reactions, the moments of levity were spot on.… Expand

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ShirleyW.

Mar 5, 2008

Thought it was a sad comedy but enjoyed it and felt that it was 'thought provoking'. Everybody should make their own bucket list to ensure that we led life to the fullest.

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ydnar4

Jan 26, 2015

The Bucket List is a film that had so much potential. The trailers really played it up as I recall and it looked like it was going to be a really strong film. I was late watching this film but I have realized that it has already lost some of it significance after 8 years and I'm sure that atThe Bucket List is a film that had so much potential. The trailers really played it up as I recall and it looked like it was going to be a really strong film. I was late watching this film but I have realized that it has already lost some of it significance after 8 years and I'm sure that at some point it won't matter at all. Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson give the audience be expectations and they really do their best, but I just find the film crudely shot and the script is below average. This film could've been a true memorable film.… Expand

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TJW.

Jan 5, 2008

I know we're only a few days in, but i'll be hard pressed to find a worse movie in 2008.

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