The Disaster Artist

Name: The Disaster Artist
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 2017-03-12
Cast: Dave Franco, James Franco, Seth Rogen, Ari Graynor, Alison Brie

2017 | 104 min | Comedy, Drama

Saturday Special

Why it’s a Saturday Special

It earned strong reviews (90% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it drew serious awards attention, despite little lasting buzz. A strong pick for the weekend.

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 Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood, start here.
The mood: Funny with heart.
The pace: Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 44 min.
What might put you off: Rated R: meant for adults.

An aspiring actor in Hollywood meets an enigmatic stranger by the name of Tommy Wiseau, the meeting leads the actor down a path nobody could have predicted; creating the worst movie ever made.

How it earned its rating

CriticsStrong
90% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesSolid
7.1 out of 10
AwardsStrong
Won 1 Golden Globe: Golden Globe Awards: Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy. Won 1 Critics' Choice Award: Critics' Choice Movie Awards: Best Actor in a Comedy. Also nominated for 1 Oscar, 1 more Golden Globe and 1 SAG Award. Plus 13 other awards.
Box office & staying powerSolid
$30 million worldwide on a $10 million budget
Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
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