Showtime (2002) movie poster

Showtime (2002)

"Lights. Camera. Aggravation."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 59%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 28% (RT: 25%, MC: 32) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ActionComedy

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Director
Runtime
1h 35m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.5/10 (1,057 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
25%
Metacritic
32
Cast
Robert De Niro as Det. Mitch Preston
Eddie Murphy as Officer Trey Sellars
Rene Russo as Chase Renzi
William Shatner as William Shatner
Joy Bryant as Lexi
Yasiin Bey as Lazy Boy
Rachael Harris as Lehrerin
It's divisive. Only 59% of audiences liked it based on 1,057 votes. Critics scored it lower at 28%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A spoof of buddy cop movies where two very different cops are forced to team up on a new reality based T.V. cop show. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Tom Dey cited several classic action films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The iconic poster for Showtime was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Showtime is a 2002 action, comedy film directed by Tom Dey. A spoof of buddy cop movies where two very different cops are forced to team up on a new reality based T.V. cop show. The film has been rated by 1,057 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a action film, Showtime 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. Showtime (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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