The Upside (2019) movie poster

The Upside (2019)

"Based on a true story."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 71%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 44% (RT: 43%, MC: 46) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyDrama

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Director
Runtime
2h 6m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (1,380 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
43%
Metacritic
46
Cast
Kevin Hart as Dell Scott
Bryan Cranston as Phillip Lacasse
Nicole Kidman as Yvonne Pendleton
Aja Naomi King as Latrice
Tate Donovan as Carter Locke
Jahi Di'Allo Winston as Anthony Scott
Genevieve Angelson as Jenny Lacasse
Most people think so. 71% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,380 votes. Critics scored it lower at 44%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Phillip is a wealthy quadriplegic who needs a caretaker to help him with his day-to-day routine in his New York penthouse. He decides to hire Dell, a struggling parolee who's trying to reconnect with his ex and his young son. Despite coming from two different worlds, an unlikely friendship starts to blossom. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 2019 among dedicated fans.
  • Neil Burger cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

The Upside is a 2019 comedy, drama film directed by Neil Burger. Phillip is a wealthy quadriplegic who needs a caretaker to help him with his day-to-day routine in his New York penthouse. He decides to hire Dell, a struggling parolee who's trying to reconnect with his ex and his young son.

Despite coming from two different worlds, an unlikely friendship starts to blossom. The film has been rated by 1,380 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, The Upside 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 Upside (2019) 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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