The Onion Movie
Seen it?2008 | 90 min | Comedy
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With a lukewarm 6.1 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. If you loved In the Loop or Monty Python's The Meaning of Life, start here.
- The mood
- Provocative satire that goes after everyone.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 1 hr 30 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
Venerable newscaster Norm Archer reports the latest news in politics, health, culture and entertainment - such as an automotive recall of decapitation-inducing "Neckbelts" and a study finding that "depression hits losers hardest". This compilation of bogus news stories, celebrity profiles, movie trailers and skits come courtesy of the ace satirists at The Onion.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesBelow par
6.1 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 82K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Mike Maguire, Tom Kuntz
- Len CariouNorm Archer
- Ken TakemotoSensei
- Steven SeagalCock Puncher
- Larissa LaskinDana Dobbs
- Don McManusDennis McCormick
- Michael BoltonMichael Bolton
- Ahmed AhmedAhmed
- Brendan FletcherWhite Black Guy Tim
- Daniel Dae KimIvy Leaguer
- Meredith BaxterCooking Show Chef