The Men Who Stare at Goats (2009) movie poster

The Men Who Stare at Goats (2009)

"No goats. No glory."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 77%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.
ComedyWar

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Runtime
1h 34m
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.0/10 (2,366 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
51%
Metacritic
54
Cast
George Clooney as Lyn Cassady
Ewan McGregor as Bob Wilton
Jeff Bridges as Bill Django
Kevin Spacey as Larry Hooper
Robert Patrick as Todd Nixon
Stephen Lang as Brigadier General Dean Hopgood
Waleed Zuaiter as Mahmud Daash
Stephen Root as Gus Lacey
Most people think so. 77% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 2,366 votes. Critics scored it lower at 52%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A reporter in Iraq might just have the story of a lifetime when he meets Lyn Cassady, a guy who claims to be a former member of the U.S. Army's New Earth Army, a unit that employs paranormal powers in their missions. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 2009 among dedicated fans.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

The Men Who Stare at Goats is a 2009 comedy, war film directed by Grant Heslov. A reporter in Iraq might just have the story of a lifetime when he meets Lyn Cassady, a guy who claims to be a former member of the U.S. Army's New Earth Army, a unit that employs paranormal powers in their missions.

The film has been rated by 2,366 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, The Men Who Stare at Goats 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 Men Who Stare at Goats (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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The Men Who Stare At Goats Isn't As Bad As People Make It To Be.
Yeah.... I don't understand how this has the reputation it got. While far from perfect, The Men Who Stare At Goats is a decent watch and definitely... Read on Reddit →
Top comment: "People make it out to be bad? This was news to me."
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