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You Don't Mess with the Zohan

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2008 | 113 min | Comedy, Action

Weeknight Watch

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With middling reviews (37% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a lukewarm 5.7 out of 10 from audiences, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who wants a laugh and action fans.
The mood
Light and funny.
The pace
Fast-moving, at 1 hr 53 min.
What might put you off
Nothing much: an easy pick for most people.

An Israeli counterterrorism soldier with a secretly fabulous ambition to become a Manhattan hairstylist. Zohan's desire runs so deep that he'll do anything -- including faking his own death and going head-to-head with an Arab cab driver -- to make his dreams come true.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsBelow par

    37% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesBelow par

    5.7 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    Awards data unavailable, so this isn't counted

  • Box office & staying powerSolid

    $204 million worldwide on a $90 million budget

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    Not enough engagement data yet

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Cast & crew

Directed by Dennis Dugan

  • Adam SandlerZohan Dvir
  • Emmanuelle ChriquiDalia Hakbarah
  • John TurturroFatoush 'The Phantom' Hakbarah
  • Nick SwardsonMichael Klayman
  • Lainie KazanGail Klayman
  • Rob SchneiderSalim Yousfobdal
  • Kevin NealonKevin
  • Mariah CareyMariah Carey
  • Yamit SolDorit
  • Adria TennorKids' Salon Owner