Tusk (2014) movie poster

Tusk (2014)

"A truly transformative tale"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 53%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 50% (RT: 45%, MC: 55) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyHorror

Where to Watch

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Director
Runtime
1h 42m
Country
Canada, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.5/10 (1,578 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
45%
Metacritic
55
Cast
Michael Parks as Howard Howe
Justin Long as Wallace Bryton
Genesis Rodriguez as Ally Leon
Haley Joel Osment as Teddy Craft
Johnny Depp as Guy Lapointe
Harley Morenstein as Border Agent
Ralph Garman as Detective
Jennifer Schwalbach Smith as Gimli Slider Waitress
It's divisive. Only 53% of audiences liked it based on 1,578 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 50%.
Overview
When his best friend and podcast co-host goes missing in the backwoods of Canada, a young guy joins forces with his friend's girlfriend to search for him. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Kevin Smith cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • During production of Tusk, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

Tusk is a 2014 comedy, horror film directed by Kevin Smith. When his best friend and podcast co-host goes missing in the backwoods of Canada, a young guy joins forces with his friend's girlfriend to search for him. The film has been rated by 1,578 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, Tusk 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. Tusk (2014) 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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What Reddit Thinks

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⬆ 5,491💬 5,268 comments
Kevin Smith tweets that Tusk is "gasping for air" at theatres. Considering his significant fan base, how has the film failed at the box office?
Kevin Smith tweeted this two days ago. >SEE THE FLICK that nobody saw last weekend! @tuskthemovie is still gasping for air at a theater near you!... Read on Reddit →
Top comment: "Other than the occasional reddit plug, I haven't seen this advertised at all."
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TUSK - Official Trailer (2014) [HD] Kevin Smith Horror Movie
Top comment: ">I don't wanna die in Canada... He whispers terrifyingly when the screen goes black in the end...."
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