The New Guy (2002) movie poster

The New Guy (2002)

"A zero will rise."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 69%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 16% (RT: 7%, MC: 24) 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
Ed Decter
Runtime
1h 28m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.9/10 (640 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
7%
Metacritic
24
Cast
DJ Qualls as Dizzy Harrison / Gil Harris
Eliza Dushku as Danielle
Lyle Lovett as Bear Harrison
Jerod Mixon as Kirk
Illeana Douglas as Kiki Pierce
Parry Shen as Glen
Kurt Fuller as Mr. Undine
It's divisive. Only 69% of audiences liked it based on 640 votes. Critics scored it lower at 16%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Nerdy high school senior Dizzy Harrison has finally gotten lucky -- after purposely getting expelled, he takes lessons in 'badass cool' from a convict and enrolls at a new school. But can he keep up the ruse? Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 2002 among dedicated fans.
  • DJ Qualls spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

The New Guy is a 2002 comedy film directed by Ed Decter. Nerdy high school senior Dizzy Harrison has finally gotten lucky -- after purposely getting expelled, he takes lessons in 'badass cool' from a convict and enrolls at a new school. But can he keep up the ruse?.

The film has been rated by 640 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, The New Guy 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 New Guy (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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