The Lucky Ones
Seen it?2008 | 113 min | Comedy, Drama, History
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With middling reviews (37% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a lukewarm 6.4 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 history buffs. If you loved Casualties of War or Dolemite Is My Name, start here.
- The mood
- Funny with heart.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 53 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
The story revolves around three soldiers — Colee, T.K. and Cheaver — who return from the Iraq War after suffering injuries and learn that life has moved on without them. They end up on an unexpected road trip across the U.S.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
37% on Rotten Tomatoes, 53 on Metacritic
- AudiencesBelow par
6.4 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$267K worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 41K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Neil Burger
- Rachel McAdamsColee Dunn
- Tim RobbinsFred Cheaver
- Michael PeñaT.K. Poole
- Molly HaganPat Cheaver
- Mark L. YoungScott Cheaver
- Arden MyrinBarbara Tilson
- Coburn GossPeter Tilson
- John HeardBob
- Jennifer Joan TaylorBob's Wife
- Annie CorleyJeanie Klinger