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Ape

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2012 | 86 min | Drama, Comedy, Fantasy

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (83% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had almost no lasting buzz and soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

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 fantasy fans. If you loved Code 3, start here.
The mood
Darkly funny.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 26 min.
What might put you off
Nothing much for most grown-ups.

Trevor Newandyke is a struggling comedian. Not only does he bomb on stage, but he bombs in everyday life. He’s fed up with all the jerks who push him around. All he wants is a break, and for someone to get him. Instead of taking a breath and getting himself together or taking his anger to the stage, he turns to the loud din of his headphones and the crackling glow of fire to ease his mind. He’s not only a lousy comic, but a pyromaniac, as well.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    83% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerBelow par

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 7K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Joel Potrykus

  • Joshua BurgeTrevor Newandyke
  • Gary BosekDennis Spicer
  • Daniel FalickiThe Devil
  • Nick FairbanksBathroom heckler
  • Gary PerrineCisco
  • Teri Ann NelsonBarb
  • Ahmed MadeyHeadphones kid
  • Victoria Mullen7-11 Woman
  • Kevin ClancyTim
  • John CurtisApe