The Man (2005) movie poster

The Man (2005)

"One guy walks the walk. The other talks and talks."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 66%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 22% (RT: 12%, MC: 33) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ActionComedyCrime

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Runtime
1h 23m
Country
United States of America, Germany, Turkey
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.8/10 (610 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
12%
Metacritic
33
Cast
Samuel L. Jackson as Derrick Vann
Eugene Levy as Andy Fiddler
Luke Goss as Joey Kane
Miguel Ferrer as Agent Peters
Susie Essman as Lt. Rita Carbone
Gigi Rice as Susan
Rachael Crawford as Dara Vann
It's divisive. Only 66% of audiences liked it based on 610 votes. Critics scored it lower at 22%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A case of mistaken identity forces a Federal agent and a dental supply salesman to team up as they speed through the streets of Detroit to pull off a sting operation and solve the murder of the agent's former partner. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Samuel L. Jackson spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • During production of The Man, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • The initial cut of The Man was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

The Man is a 2005 action, comedy, crime film directed by Les Mayfield. A case of mistaken identity forces a Federal agent and a dental supply salesman to team up as they speed through the streets of Detroit to pull off a sting operation and solve the murder of the agent's former partner. The film has been rated by 610 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a action film, The Man 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 Man (2005) 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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