The Benchwarmers (2006) movie poster

The Benchwarmers (2006)

"Get off the bench and get into the game."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 75%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 19% (RT: 13%, MC: 25) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Comedy

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Director
Runtime
1h 25m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.8/10 (923 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
13%
Metacritic
25
Cast
David Spade as Richie
Jon Heder as Clark
Molly Sims as Liz
Jon Lovitz as Mel
Amaury Nolasco as Carlos
Tim Meadows as Wayne
Nick Swardson as Howie
Most people think so. 75% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 923 votes. Critics scored it lower at 19%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A trio of guys try and make up for missed opportunities in childhood by forming a three-player baseball team to compete against standard little league squads. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Rob Schneider spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • Dennis Dugan cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 2006 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

The Benchwarmers is a 2006 comedy film directed by Dennis Dugan. A trio of guys try and make up for missed opportunities in childhood by forming a three-player baseball team to compete against standard little league squads. The film has been rated by 923 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, The Benchwarmers 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. The Benchwarmers (2006) 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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