Bubba Ho-tep (2002) movie poster

Bubba Ho-tep (2002)

"The King vs. The King of the Dead."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 87%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 68% (RT: 78%, MC: 57) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
1h 32m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.5/10 (685 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
78%
Metacritic
57
Cast
Bruce Campbell as Elvis Presley / Sebastian Haff
Ossie Davis as John F. "Jack" Kennedy
Ella Joyce as The Nurse
Heidi Marnhout as Callie Thomas
Bob Ivy as Bubba Ho-tep
Edith Jefferson as Elderly Woman
Larry Pennell as Kemosabe
Reggie Bannister as Rest Home Administrator
Yes. 87% of real audiences liked it based on 685 votes. Critics gave it 68%.
Overview
The "true" story of what really became of Elvis Presley. We find Elvis as an elderly resident in an East Texas rest home, who switched identities with an Elvis impersonator years before his "death," then missed his chance to switch back. He must team up with JFK and fight an ancient Egyptian mummy for the souls of their fellow residents. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of Bubba Ho-tep, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • The initial cut of Bubba Ho-tep was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Bubba Ho-tep is a 2002 comedy, horror, thriller film directed by Don Coscarelli. The "true" story of what really became of Elvis Presley. We find Elvis as an elderly resident in an East Texas rest home, who switched identities with an Elvis impersonator years before his "death," then missed his chance to switch back.

He must team up with JFK and fight an ancient Egyptian mummy for the souls of their fellow residents. The film has been rated by 685 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Bubba Ho-tep delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Bubba Ho-tep (2002) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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