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Mystery, Alaska

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1999 | 119 min | Drama, Comedy

Weeknight Watch

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With middling reviews (37% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a lukewarm 6.3 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 Creed II, start here.
The mood
Funny with heart.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 59 min.
What might put you off
Rated R: meant for adults.

In Mystery, Alaska, life revolves around the legendary Saturday hockey game at the local pond. But everything changes when the hometown team unexpectedly gets booked in an exhibition match against the New York Rangers. When quirky small-towners, slick promoters and millionaire athletes come together.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsBelow par

    37% on Rotten Tomatoes, 49 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.3 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerSolid

    $28 million worldwide on a $28 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 97K people sought it out in the past year, and interest is climbing

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Cast & crew

Directed by Jay Roach

  • Russell CroweJohn Biebe
  • Hank AzariaCharles Danner
  • Mary McCormackDonna Biebe
  • Burt ReynoldsJudge Walter Burns
  • Lolita DavidovichMary Jane Pitcher
  • Ron Eldard'Skank' Marden
  • Colm MeaneyMayor Scott Pitcher
  • Maury ChaykinBailey Pruitt
  • Michael McKeanMr. Walsh
  • Judith IveyJoanne Burns