A Futile and Stupid Gesture
Seen it?2018 | 101 min | Comedy, Drama
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With almost no lasting buzz 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.
- The mood
- Funny with heart.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 41 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
In a life full of triumph and failure, "National Lampoon" co-founder Doug Kenney built a comedy empire, molding pop culture in the 1970s.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
67% on Rotten Tomatoes, 55 on Metacritic
- AudiencesBelow par
6.4 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a modest audience
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by David Wain
- Will ForteDoug Kenney
- Domhnall GleesonHenry Beard
- Martin MullModern Doug
- Neil CaseyBrian McConnachie
- Jon DalyBill Murray
- Nelson FranklinP.J. O'Rourke
- John GemberlingJohn Belushi
- Rick GlassmanHarold Ramis
- Seth GreenChristopher Guest
- Harry GroenerHarry Kenney