The Campaign
Seen it?2012 | 85 min | Comedy
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With a lukewarm 5.8 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
- Provocative satire that goes after everyone.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 1 hr 25 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
Two rival politicians compete to win an election to represent their small North Carolina congressional district in the United States House of Representatives.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
66% on Rotten Tomatoes, 50 on Metacritic
- AudiencesBelow par
5.8 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerSolid
$105 million worldwide on a $95 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 152K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Jay Roach
- Will FerrellCam Brady
- Zach GalifianakisMarty Huggins
- Jason SudeikisMitch Wilson
- Katherine LaNasaRose Brady
- Dylan McDermottTim Wattley
- Sarah BakerMitzi Huggins
- John LithgowGlen Motch
- Dan AykroydWade Motch
- Brian CoxRaymond
- Karen MaruyamaMrs. Yao