Observe and Report (2009) movie poster

Observe and Report (2009)

"Right now, the world needs a hero."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 53%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 52% (RT: 51%, MC: 54) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyCrimeDrama

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Director
Jody Hill
Runtime
1h 26m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.4/10 (740 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
51%
Metacritic
54
Cast
Seth Rogen as Ronnie Barnhardt
Ray Liotta as Detective Harrison
Anna Faris as Brandi
Jesse Plemons as Charles
John Yuan as John Yuen
Matt Yuan as Matt Yuen
It's divisive. Only 53% of audiences liked it based on 740 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 52%.
Overview
Mall security guard Ronnie Barnhardt is called into action to stop a flasher from turning shopper's paradise into his personal peep show. But when Barnhardt can't bring the culprit to justice, a surly police detective is recruited to close the case. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Seth Rogen spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • Jody Hill cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Observe and Report is a 2009 comedy, crime, drama film directed by Jody Hill. Mall security guard Ronnie Barnhardt is called into action to stop a flasher from turning shopper's paradise into his personal peep show. But when Barnhardt can't bring the culprit to justice, a surly police detective is recruited to close the case.

The film has been rated by 740 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Observe and Report 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.

Observe and Report (2009) 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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