The Cobbler (2014) movie poster

The Cobbler (2014)

"Saving the neighborhood one sole at a time."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 67%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 16% (RT: 10%, MC: 23) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
FantasyComedyDrama

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Runtime
1h 39m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.9/10 (1,785 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
10%
Metacritic
23
Cast
Adam Sandler as Max Simkin
Method Man as Leon Ludlow
Dustin Hoffman as Abraham Simkin
Steve Buscemi as Jimmy
Melonie Dรญaz as Carmen Herrara
Ellen Barkin as Elaine Greenawalt
Dan Stevens as Emiliano
Elli as Goldman
It's divisive. Only 67% of audiences liked it based on 1,785 votes. Critics scored it lower at 16%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Max Simkin repairs shoes in the same New York shop that has been in his family for generations. Disenchanted with the grind of daily life, Max stumbles upon a magical heirloom that allows him to step into the lives of his customers and see the world in a new way. Sometimes walking in another man's shoes is the only way one can discover who they really are. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated fantasy films of 2014 among dedicated fans.
  • Tom McCarthy cited several classic fantasy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The iconic poster for The Cobbler was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

The Cobbler is a 2014 fantasy, comedy, drama film directed by Tom McCarthy. Max Simkin repairs shoes in the same New York shop that has been in his family for generations. Disenchanted with the grind of daily life, Max stumbles upon a magical heirloom that allows him to step into the lives of his customers and see the world in a new way.

Sometimes walking in another man's shoes is the only way one can discover who they really are. The film has been rated by 1,785 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a fantasy film, The Cobbler 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 Cobbler (2014) 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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One of the coolest shots in any animated movie ever, from The Thief and The Cobbler Recobbled Cut
Top comment: "Even though its development was a massive clusterfuck, you just can't deny how incredible some..."
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If you wanted to watch the most recent previous films from the 5 Best Director nominees, you'd have to watch Happy Feet 2, Anchorman 2, and The Cobbler
The other 2 are Frank, and Birdman. Both great. Read on Reddit →
Top comment: "McKay said the only way they would let him make The Big Short is if he did Anchorman 2 first. "
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