Demolition (2016) movie poster

Demolition (2016)

"Life: Some disassembly required."
ThumbScore
👍 53%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 52% (RT: 54%, MC: 49) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyDrama

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Director
Jean-Marc Vallée
Runtime
1h 41m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.8/10 (2,452 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
54%
Metacritic
49
Cast
Jake Gyllenhaal as Davis Mitchell
Naomi Watts as Karen Moreno
Chris Cooper as Phil Eastwood
Judah Lewis as Chris Moreno
C.J. Wilson as Carl
Polly Draper as Margot Eastwood
Malachy Cleary as Davis' Dad
Debra Monk as Davis' Mom
It's divisive. Only 53% of audiences liked it based on 2,452 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 52%.
Overview
An emotionally desperate investment banker finds hope through a woman he meets. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Jean-Marc Vallée originally wanted a completely different ending for the film, but test audiences preferred the one we see today.
  • Before Jake Gyllenhaal was cast, several major A-list stars turned down the lead role because they felt the script was too risky.
  • Many of the practical effects used in the climax were achieved without any CGI.
Audience Consensus

Demolition is a 2016 comedy, drama film directed by Jean-Marc Vallée. An emotionally desperate investment banker finds hope through a woman he meets. The film has been rated by 2,452 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, Demolition 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. Demolition (2016) 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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What Reddit Thinks

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Demolition Man is one of the most critically underaclaimed movies of all time.
This movie should have a far higher rating than what it does. I don’t know why it doesn’t. It’s one of the best cross overs between action snd campy... Read on Reddit →
Top comment: "Yeah Demolition Man is definitely a favourite of mine. "Be well" "Be fucked!" *swear machine..."
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