The Producers (2005) movie poster

The Producers (2005)

"They had everything to gain by not being a success!"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 75%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 52% (RT: 51%, MC: 52) 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
Susan Stroman
Runtime
2h 14m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.2/10 (506 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
51%
Metacritic
52
Cast
Nathan Lane as Max Bialystock
Matthew Broderick as Leo Bloom
Uma Thurman as Ulla
Will Ferrell as Franz Liebkind
Gary Beach as Roger DeBris
Roger Bart as Carmen Ghia
Eileen Essell as Hold Me-Touch Me
Michael McKean as Prison Trustee
Most people think so. 75% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 506 votes. Critics scored it lower at 52%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A conniving Broadway producer and his meek accountant plan to profit from charming wealthy old biddies to invest in an overbudget production, and then put on a sure-fire disaster, so nobody will ask for their money back โ€” and what's more disastrous than a tasteless musical celebrating Adolf Hitler. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 2005 among dedicated fans.
  • Susan Stroman cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • During production of The Producers, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

The Producers is a 2005 comedy film directed by Susan Stroman. A conniving Broadway producer and his meek accountant plan to profit from charming wealthy old biddies to invest in an overbudget production, and then put on a sure-fire disaster, so nobody will ask for their money back โ€” and what's more disastrous than a tasteless musical celebrating Adolf Hitler. The film has been rated by 506 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, The Producers 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 Producers (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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