Year One (2009) movie poster

Year One (2009)

"Meet your ancestors."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 61%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 24% (RT: 14%, MC: 34) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyAdventure

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Director
Runtime
1h 37m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.0/10 (1,996 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
14%
Metacritic
34
Cast
Jack Black as Zed
Oliver Platt as High Priest
David Cross as Cain
Vinnie Jones as Sargon
Hank Azaria as Abraham
Juno Temple as Eema
It's divisive. Only 61% of audiences liked it based on 1,996 votes. Critics scored it lower at 24%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
When a couple of lazy hunter-gatherers are banished from their primitive village, they set off on an epic journey through the ancient world. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Harold Ramis cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The initial cut of Year One was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Year One is a 2009 comedy, adventure film directed by Harold Ramis. When a couple of lazy hunter-gatherers are banished from their primitive village, they set off on an epic journey through the ancient world. The film has been rated by 1,996 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, Year One 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. Year One (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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