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plushcollectorFeb 8, 2022

It's not the greatest movie ever. Not even close. But I did find it throughly enjoyable.

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JJ2FAS4UDec 31, 2021

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geewahAug 8, 2021

A dull, rather unfunny mess to be honest.
A CGI-fest that is poorly paced and filled with jokes that fall flat at nearly turn.

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eva3si0nAug 1, 2021

Night at the Museum is a good children's comedy film. Not a good cast and original idea do their job. The kids will definitely like it. The problem is only the absence of a pronounced antagonist and a superficial attitude towards prominentNight at the Museum is a good children's comedy film. Not a good cast and original idea do their job. The kids will definitely like it. The problem is only the absence of a pronounced antagonist and a superficial attitude towards prominent historical figures. I advise everyone to watch, once you should look.… Expand

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TRANSFORMERSFANMar 11, 2021

this movie is one of the best movies from 2006 along with ice age 2 and cars!

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clem666Jan 29, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. How can you miss a movie so hard with such an amazing cast? Come on: Ben Stiller, Ricky Gervais, Dick Van Dyck, Rami Malek, Robin Williams... What happened to y'all?

Scenario is really dumb, childish and doesn't let room for an adult approach of the movie. You have to wait almost an hour to let the movie get over the main joke which is (watch out for spoilers): everything in the museum is living during the night! Amazing. Only when the movie finished to make fun about itself you can tackle the main issue: what do you do with such a ridiculous, inconsistent and easy plot? Everything is so shallow. The only interesting subject is the relation between father (Larry) and son (Nicky) and even this the movie manages to ruin it all. It is almost impossible to develop any empathy for any character because they all are caricatures of themselves! Theodore is that awesome champion who has a fragile heart, the kid Nicky just want to be proud of his father but also want to see amzing stuff to believe in him, Nicky's mother is that mother who doesn't trust her ex-husband anymore. Everything is so shallow down here!

Fortunately all this mess ends on a apparently positive idea. I found interesting the subject to make young and elder generations consider the museums as something you can learn and have fun from. So the end is ridiculous (because it is literally impossible to get over such events) and interesting at the same time.… Expand

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7

CRoger013Dec 28, 2020

That was a cool movie! I like this movie! But night at the museum 2 Battle of the Smithsonian! But the 3rd one sucked!

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10

Thiag0174Nov 26, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Marcou muito minha infância, mas quando reasisti gostei muito, os efeitos deixam um pouco a desejar, mas ainda pra mim é bom… Expand

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imthenoobOct 18, 2020

Production value is top-notch and the cast does a decent job but the story is so painfully bland and there is a severe lack of comedy. In fact, it's really just a recycle of the same jokes over and over again throughout. It's a kind of movieProduction value is top-notch and the cast does a decent job but the story is so painfully bland and there is a severe lack of comedy. In fact, it's really just a recycle of the same jokes over and over again throughout. It's a kind of movie clearly geared towards kids and even they may be simply uninterested in watching it. It's a shame because it could have been a lot better than what it was.… Expand

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Ryo91Apr 17, 2020

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> 8/10 * War nicht schlecht. Kann man sich anschauen.

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5

TyranianMay 23, 2019

Reasonably entertaining and humorous but makes zero sense. Stiller and co are all good.

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bfoore90Jan 20, 2019

Fantastic little comedy movie for families. Ben Stiller provides a great performance as Larry the night guard and the cast around him does well in their roles. It's a good film I'd recommend to anyone

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ErikTheCriticOct 11, 2018

A perfectly watchable dumb Ben Stiller film that kids are bound to enjoy and laugh at.

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FilipeNetoAug 22, 2018

This film is a very entertaining family comedy in which Larry Daley, a man overthrown by divorce and successive career failures, manages to be admitted as a night watchman at the Natural History Museum in New York without knowing thatThis film is a very entertaining family comedy in which Larry Daley, a man overthrown by divorce and successive career failures, manages to be admitted as a night watchman at the Natural History Museum in New York without knowing that everything in the museum comes to life at night. The idea is original but it certainly has passed through the minds of many fans of history who love to visit museums and feel like seeing the story come to life and happen before their eyes. And, in fact, most museums should gain more life and stop being just empty spaces, with showcases, exposed objects, dead things or old stones. People want to be in a museum who harmoniously combines culture, education and family fun. This movie "explores" these ideas to create a funny story where a night guard, naturally unprepared, is caught unaware by the abnormal nocturnal activity of the space that he must watch. There is a certain scent of adventure mixed with good jokes and first-class situational humor. Larry's attempts to keep things under control and the fights between some historical figures are great moments of humor. Among the actors, Ben Stiller naturally dominates all. Until I saw him working here, I considered him someone of little value, just another guy trying to be funny in stupid movies. Now I recognize that I may have been unjust in that judgement. Actors cannot be blamed for bad material that is given to them and can only shine when their has material that allow them to do so. That was Stiller's case in this movie. Also brilliant were veterans Dick Van Dyke and Mickey Rooney, in roles of villains. Carla Gugino, Ricky Gervais, Robin Williams, Steve Coogan and Owen Wilson make up the core of the supporting cast and have the time and opportunity to give their best. A great movie to watch in family and just laugh without worries.… Expand

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AproxxAug 14, 2018

How can you make a fantasy comedy and not nail even one joke?

I honestly don't understand how you can consider this movie good.

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7

SrPepeFeb 24, 2018

Una película original y mágica que transmite una historia curiosa y divertida

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7

Meth-dudeDec 26, 2017

With an interesting and enjoyable story, great cast, impressive CGI effects and likeable characters, Night at the Museum definitely exceeded my expectations. While it was a little bit too corny and cliché at times, it's still an enjoyableWith an interesting and enjoyable story, great cast, impressive CGI effects and likeable characters, Night at the Museum definitely exceeded my expectations. While it was a little bit too corny and cliché at times, it's still an enjoyable kids movie.… Expand

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MonkiReviewsMay 28, 2017

It is a good movie overall. A good story that makes you laugh is all I needed to like it. The characters are pretty funny, but not great. I enjoyed it overall.

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EpicLadySpongeMar 21, 2016

Give this one a shot if you have to. At least it'll make you feel like you're in the actual adventure. For me, it just doesn't feel connective with its absolute adventurousness, but it still works as a movie.

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nahtan1244Mar 17, 2016

An incredibly fun family treat. While it starts off slow it quickly picks up and ben stiller brings his irresistible charm to the role of Larry daily a laid off dad who lives with his wife and son nicky. The sequences when the museum exhibitsAn incredibly fun family treat. While it starts off slow it quickly picks up and ben stiller brings his irresistible charm to the role of Larry daily a laid off dad who lives with his wife and son nicky. The sequences when the museum exhibits come to life were so much fun and robin Williams shines as teddy roosevelt. The four old night guards dick van dyke micky rooney and bill cobbs are wonderful as the old night guards. The entire cast delivers in a family fim that has heart great comedic bits a fantastic cast and a really fun performance by Ben stiller himself makes this one a keeper… Expand

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FuturedirectorMar 15, 2016

Yeah, Ben Stiler does more running than real acting in this very formulaic film, not-very-easy to understand for young viewers. Fortunately, it's funny, honest and as much suspense for make the audience pasted into the movie, with greatYeah, Ben Stiler does more running than real acting in this very formulaic film, not-very-easy to understand for young viewers. Fortunately, it's funny, honest and as much suspense for make the audience pasted into the movie, with great characters and a really inventive story.… Expand

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CineAutoctonoDec 21, 2015

Night at the Museum was a fun and entertaining movie for the whole family , but I had not been interesting , until I saw surprised me a little, but excel visual effects and sets

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Rox22May 10, 2015

Not bad. For when it came out, this movie was something that we hadn't seen in a while.

As per usual, Stiller is as bland as ever, being upstaged by any one or anything else that wonders into frame. I'm sorry, but I just don't get histNot bad. For when it came out, this movie was something that we hadn't seen in a while.

As per usual, Stiller is as bland as ever, being upstaged by any one or anything else that wonders into frame. I'm sorry, but I just don't get hist style of humor. It's too bland and pointless.

Aside from him, I loved everything else. Decent effects, interesting story, and aside from when Stiller is talking, good humor.

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Night at the museum was surprisingly enjoyable, even with Stiller in the lead.… Expand

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beingryanjudeApr 12, 2015

Thomas Lennon and Robert Ben Garant are clearly more than able to write an amusing, family-friendly flick. Yet, Night at the Museum seems to miss anything to really sink our teeth into.

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homer4presidentMar 13, 2015

Just about any movie with Ben Stiller, with the exception of Tropic Thunder and others probably, most of his movies are usually pretty harmless in terms of content. But does that make it good? In the case of Night at the Museum, yeah, itJust about any movie with Ben Stiller, with the exception of Tropic Thunder and others probably, most of his movies are usually pretty harmless in terms of content. But does that make it good? In the case of Night at the Museum, yeah, it does. The movie has a good cast, good comedic timing and writing, and while it may not be entirely original, the movie has enough going for it to be entertaining.… Expand

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DBPirate1129Jan 11, 2015

This movie is definitely not the "CGI-fest" it's been made out to be. Ben Stiller provides a great performance as Larry the night guard at a museum where everything comes to life. It's filled with plenty of laughs and great special effects.

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JohnKristoferDec 22, 2014

Night Of the Museum Is a fun Family Flick that makes us have some good laughs together with the beloved actor Robin Williams! It surely is a good film to relax with you family cause it's fun and enjoyable.

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FranzHcriticJul 24, 2014

When it first came out, I enjoyed it an laughed along. As the years go by, on the other hand, the film becomes more cheesy and formulaic and underwhelming. Ben Stiller simply acts like an idiot to be funny, which is his 'thing', but he has toWhen it first came out, I enjoyed it an laughed along. As the years go by, on the other hand, the film becomes more cheesy and formulaic and underwhelming. Ben Stiller simply acts like an idiot to be funny, which is his 'thing', but he has to try something new. The ensemble cast could generate a few laughs, but in hindsight, there will probably be no reviewing.… Expand

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MovieGuysMar 8, 2014

Night at the Museum is actually quite original in terms of plot, but it the execution that brings this flick slightly down. It definitely could've been better.

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OfficialNov 15, 2013

"Night at the Museum" has some memorable funny scenes, but has some memorable annoying scenes too. Like that monkey slapping scene, it's so irritating. The movie itself was pretty surprising, because I didn't think that the story would be like this.

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5

RayzorMooseNov 13, 2013

Night at the Museum is just a fun loving film.
There is nothing spectacular nor bad about this family comedy. Fairly predictable without much depth, but a few good laughs and a well paced cinema.

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BrianMcCriticJul 8, 2013

A fun family comedy that works in most ways. Ben Stiller is funny in the way he reacts to all the exhibits coming to life and it is always good to see Dick Van Dyke.

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M0vieAddictMay 10, 2013

Owen Wilson and Steve Coogan are the only actors that keep this movie up with comedy and massive laughs as the little warring guys. They get small parts (No pun intended) and were easily the best parts of the movie. However, Larry Dayley is aOwen Wilson and Steve Coogan are the only actors that keep this movie up with comedy and massive laughs as the little warring guys. They get small parts (No pun intended) and were easily the best parts of the movie. However, Larry Dayley is a boring, dull role to play and even though Stiller tries to craft memorable scenes, most of it falls flat. It's watchability doesn't rest in the hands of the cavemen, slightly stiff Robin Williams or the cute monkey But in the hands of Jed and Octavious. Those guys deserve their own film.… Expand

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Movie1997Apr 23, 2013

Night at the Museum wasn't as great as I thought, but still, never the less, it's still somewhat enjoyable. The story sets in very well, but with some slow paced moments, it really kind of stresses a little bit. It has its funny moments andNight at the Museum wasn't as great as I thought, but still, never the less, it's still somewhat enjoyable. The story sets in very well, but with some slow paced moments, it really kind of stresses a little bit. It has its funny moments and also has its heart-felt moments. As far as characters go, Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) is the only one that really has got what it takes to keep the movie going. Other characters such as Teddy Rosevelt (Robin Williams) and Sacajawea (Mizuo Peck) kind of make the story boring and uninteresting. Overall, even with its negativities, it's still a fun movie to watch.… Expand

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6

RikiegeJan 12, 2013

Entertaining and original.

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dante_finnDec 22, 2012

Boasting jaw dropping special effects and big laughs. Non stop fun

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julian_zizzleJun 17, 2012

This was a great movie, It was so fun to watch this one. The characters were full with variation and all of them made me laugh. Cavemen, T-rex, americans, romans, Attila and lots of weird characters made this movie a very original thing.

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Nero97Jan 9, 2012

No big deal but not terrible. Ben Stiller is quite funny, but he gets boring after some time. The movie has some funny parts, but it's no big deal. Nice to watch at night to break a leg, but not the best option of a comedy movie.

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ZilcellNov 18, 2011

It is not as predictable and formulatic as everyone says it is. A great idea is well executed and the result is a fun family film with a lot of good performances.

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grandpajoe6191Nov 15, 2011

"Night At the Museum" is way too formulaic, but hey, at least it makes you laugh.

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JollyRogerOmniJul 17, 2011

I watched this largely because my nephew said it was good. Since he's usually right about movies I gave it a shot. I didn't care much for the beginning of the film but it got a lot better as the second act came to a close. The ending wasI watched this largely because my nephew said it was good. Since he's usually right about movies I gave it a shot. I didn't care much for the beginning of the film but it got a lot better as the second act came to a close. The ending was uplifting in a way these kinds of movies can't really avoid. But it wasn't cliche.… Expand

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10

MovieCritic37May 12, 2011

Awesome movie! :)

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gm101May 7, 2011

Surprisingly entertaining movie, one of Ben Stiller's best. It was also great to see Robin Williams as Theodore Roosevelt. Good movie for the entire family.

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TheQuietGamerMar 3, 2011

This is a movie kids ands adults will both enjoy, it's funny, enjoyable, and charming, add some actual history facts thrown in, and you've got a movie that I can't help but recommend to everyone.

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MovieLonely94Nov 4, 2010

outrageously funny!

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SusanoOct 5, 2010

Thinking it over, Night at the Museum isn't really that good. But it does offer a solid enough family film, thats different enough to justify watching it. Its plot is half hearted and generic, but thats not the point. It's a family firendlyThinking it over, Night at the Museum isn't really that good. But it does offer a solid enough family film, thats different enough to justify watching it. Its plot is half hearted and generic, but thats not the point. It's a family firendly and fun film, with some great ideas, just let down by other half hearted ideas.… Expand

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GoldenEye16Aug 22, 2010

A wonderful movie that has many great, funny moments. It isn't strenuous on your mind but still is very entertaining. One of the best movies of 2006.

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JonathanN.Feb 19, 2008

Great movie and I love rewatching it. Really nice. Different, and that is what I love about it.

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AmyB.Nov 28, 2007

I love the movie, not just because of how funny it was, but also of all the history. I'm only 14 and i love history. Although not many like history in that way, the movie, because we watched it for an English assignment, every one was I love the movie, not just because of how funny it was, but also of all the history. I'm only 14 and i love history. Although not many like history in that way, the movie, because we watched it for an English assignment, every one was talking non-stop about all the interesting things.… Expand

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HessaMAug 5, 2007

Its really amazing film i like bin stiller and his funny films.

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WilliamB.Jun 21, 2007

Great laughs, and I'm not a huge Ben Stiller fan, but the supporting cast made it a truly fun time.

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StephanieS.Jun 10, 2007

I was less than amused with this movie. Because of Ben Stiller I expected this movie to be a riot, but came out disappointed. It was okay but I wouldn't suggest buying it.

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HughR.May 24, 2007

Good fun for the family. Full of lots of silly humor.

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EricC.May 13, 2007

Bland, seen-it-before comedy could be forgivable if this movie spent more time simply running around the museum with its entertaining inhabitants. Unfortunately, most of the movie tries to develop a story, and a terrible one at that.

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PnArdyPnArdyMay 13, 2007

A good action comedy with Ben Stiller, Robin Williams and the blond guy from You, Me and Dupree - can't remember his name. Great FX, dinosaurs, cowboys, romans, mongols and stuff. However, visiting the same place three times (Ben A good action comedy with Ben Stiller, Robin Williams and the blond guy from You, Me and Dupree - can't remember his name. Great FX, dinosaurs, cowboys, romans, mongols and stuff. However, visiting the same place three times (Ben Stiller's night shift as a guard at the museum of Natural History) is rather boring idea - could have been better.… Expand

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PatrickC.May 8, 2007

The best thing about this movie is the cast, which includes veterain actors Bill Cobbs, Mickey Rooney and Dick Van Dick as well as british actors Steve Coogan and Ricky Gervais. Sadly Ben Stiller isn't very good in the film and boredom The best thing about this movie is the cast, which includes veterain actors Bill Cobbs, Mickey Rooney and Dick Van Dick as well as british actors Steve Coogan and Ricky Gervais. Sadly Ben Stiller isn't very good in the film and boredom strikes fifteen minutes into the film. It has too many problems for a movie which could have been good. I wanted to like this movie but found it impossible as the clock clicked away.… Expand

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DustinB.Apr 29, 2007

This was a good clean film that would be fun for a family. No gratuitous language, etc. And Ben Stiller did a good job.

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RandyM.Apr 29, 2007

Though I hardly found it funny at all, it was an enjoyable family film. However, I probably won't see it again for a while.

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ChristopherW.Apr 27, 2007

Reasonably good family entertainment. Nifty special effects and some good bits of humor help the film coast along during story lags and a mostly languid plot.

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EdApr 26, 2007

Some laughs and definitely amusing. Sit back and enjoy.

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DavidT.Apr 26, 2007

Trust me...I really wanted to like this movie!!! Big cast...adventurous plot but it was absolutely terrible! It's just dumb-founding how a movie can have that many big time actors in one movie and yet it was written and acted soooooo Trust me...I really wanted to like this movie!!! Big cast...adventurous plot but it was absolutely terrible! It's just dumb-founding how a movie can have that many big time actors in one movie and yet it was written and acted soooooo terribly. Ah well...guess you can't win them all!… Expand

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ChrisB.Apr 26, 2007

This is a quality family comedy movie. Ben Stiller does an amazing job of acting like always. If you don't like him, you won't like the movie. Robin Williams does an excellent job playing his role as well. If you want to laugh, you This is a quality family comedy movie. Ben Stiller does an amazing job of acting like always. If you don't like him, you won't like the movie. Robin Williams does an excellent job playing his role as well. If you want to laugh, you will enjoy this. It's not a disappointment. If you're going to be snobby and dislike the movie before you even watch it... then you might as well not even watch it!… Expand

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MonkMonkeyApr 25, 2007

It was pretty good and the critics were right about who it is targeting...but is overall funny.

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Guy!Apr 23, 2007

This movie may seem really bad, but you'll enjoy it. I just wish it was scarier, but ever so slightly. Definitely worth seeing.

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LouisH.Apr 23, 2007

I wasn't expecting this movie to be really good, but I was pleseantly suprised. It was funny and exciting, but a bit confusing also. Still, I've never seen a bad Ben Stiller movie. I recommend seeing and buying this movie,

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AdamE.Apr 19, 2007

If you don't think about it too hard and simply enjoy the laughs that come with any comedy, you'll find yourself enjoying it. However, it will undoubtedly be quickly forgotten and is certainly not an "movie to watch again and again."

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BrendanApr 17, 2007

This is a good family film that is will please the entire family. There is some silly homor that children will find amusing. The special effects will keep the average teen quiet. Finally the once-in-a-while smart joke and fairly funny This is a good family film that is will please the entire family. There is some silly homor that children will find amusing. The special effects will keep the average teen quiet. Finally the once-in-a-while smart joke and fairly funny performances put on by old pros like Mickey Rooney and Dick Van Dyke will keep adults happy. So all in all it's not the best film out there and some parts can bore but it's a great experoence in IMAX or just a pleasent rainy day at the movies.… Expand

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MarkT.Mar 22, 2007

How can you not enjoy this? A'C fun comedic adventure film that never takes itself too seriously.

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FionaO.Mar 13, 2007

I think it was unfair that people rate it 5 or less. I admit the bits with just Ben Stiller were a bit boring, but what is best about it is the minature romans and cowboys, a.k.a. Jedediah and Octavius!

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ChadS.Mar 13, 2007

If you thought the remake of "The Stepford Wives" was severely flawed at the conceptual stage(were they humans or androids?), "Night at the Museum" manages to be even more befuddling as to the nature of such fantastical beings. Why are some If you thought the remake of "The Stepford Wives" was severely flawed at the conceptual stage(were they humans or androids?), "Night at the Museum" manages to be even more befuddling as to the nature of such fantastical beings. Why are some museum pieces aware of their true selves(Teddy Roosevelt as played by Robin Williams), while other seem to believe that they're actual historical figures(or animals)? It's just a comedy, I know, but you need to establish some rules and abide by them. Take the mummy for instance; he either should have a face that indicates it's of very, very, very, very mature vintage(if the mummy is genuine), or possess no face whatsoever; just a blank slate of a visage(if the mummy is merely a wax display, why bother with a face at all underneath those bandages?). These lapses in logic would be forgivable if "Night at the Museum" was entertaining. It's not. There's no awe factor that these inanimate objects are injected with life. Worst of all, the film doesn't build any suspense in leading up to Larry's supposed-to-be-grand-discovery. "A Night at the Museum" shoots its load too early by stupidly going jurassic on us as a way of introduction. It also rips off "Field of Dreams"(people do indeed come), and "Cocoon"(Dick Van Dyke & Mickey Rooney remind me of the Orbitz ads with Wink Martindale; they're old men so old, you would believe that a magic tablet revived them). And no self-proclaimed history geek alive writing a nine-hundred page book on an "Indian" princess looks like Carla Gugino. When she's ready to interview Sacajawea(Mizuo Peck), you wonder(well, you should wonder) how a wax body learned about its representational self. "Night at the Museum" has got to be a candidate for worst film to ever gross more than two-hundred million dollars at the box office. It should've tanked.… Expand

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DeannaFeb 25, 2007

This movie isn't bad, but it isn't AWESOME either. It had a few funny moments and clever scenes.

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JaredB.Feb 21, 2007

Was a good movie that provided plenty of laughter throughout

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JamieK.Feb 21, 2007

Very good actors & really funny! Two thumbs up!

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KathleenG.Feb 18, 2007

Fun popcorn movie, even clever in spots. Standard plot: divorced dad w/o job tries to prove himself to his son. I would think kids would like this. It was amusing to see Ben with his mother at the employment agency!

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HeidiD.Feb 18, 2007

This was incredibly clever. Perhaps the reviewers looking for pure comedy should check out the Three Stooges or maybe the Simpsons. Anyone with half a brain will appreciate the clever way history is brought forth in this movie.

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RalphN.Feb 16, 2007

Entertaining, safe for kids and inspires learning of history. We could do much worse.

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MarkB.Feb 8, 2007

And a long, slow, boring and seemingly endless night it is, too...in short, everything that the Museum of Natural History absolutely is NOT. The partial premise, that this museum is losing money and needs to lay off employees, is flimsier And a long, slow, boring and seemingly endless night it is, too...in short, everything that the Museum of Natural History absolutely is NOT. The partial premise, that this museum is losing money and needs to lay off employees, is flimsier than the footbridge in Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, but it's only the beginning of the film's problems: they're compounded by an annoyingly witless, unimaginative script that assumes that merely assembling a cast consisting of Ben Stiller, Robin Williams, Owen Wilson, Dick Van Dyke and Mickey Rooney will automatically grow the laughs and energy that it failed to provide in and of itself. Well, in Aerosmith's immortal words, dream on. Stiller's ineffectual, bumbling schlemiel schtick, which was actually funny once upon a time when he premiered it in There's Something About Mary and followed it up with Meet the Parents, got irreversibly old and tiresome around the time of Along Came Polly roughly 94 movies ago. (An early scene that Stiller shares here with his real-life mom, the legendary comedienne Anne Meara, fails to generate any comic sparks whatsoever because the punchline deals with an invention whose mere mention in a joke renders said joke only slightly less outdated than jokes about streaking or pet rocks. And speaking of lame material, didn't Brokeback Mountain gags die out the week after last year's Oscars...and even if not, what's one doing in what's supposed to be a family film?) Stiller plays a divorced, unemployed father attempting to regain his little boy's respect by taking a night watchman's position at the museum...but he gets more than he expected or prepared for when dinosaurs, cowboys, gladiators and Teddy Roosevelt routinely come to life after the lights go out. The inevitable special effects jamboree that ensues IS genuinely impressive and extremely well done, but since it's in the service of such lackluster material, the result is comparable to Halston or Oscar de la Renta costuming a corpse. And Shawn Levy's traffic-cop direction is forcing me to re-evaluate my long-held ranking of Michael Bay as the biggest hack currently working in Hollywood. Bay may be offensive and obnoxious, but at least he's got a distinctive style. Levy, on the other hand, has specialized almost exclusively in cannibalizing the past: he turned the fine old 1950 Clifton Webb-Myrna Loy period piece Cheaper by the Dozen into just another forgettable slapstick family sitcom that did nothing for Steve Martin except stuff his bank account, and earlier in 2006 he and Martin destroyed Inspector Clouseau for an entire generation. With Night at the Museum, Levy apparently endeavors to do the same for Jurassic Park, The Indian in the Cupboard, Ghostbusters and much, much more, so I guess the man is more ambitious than I initially thought. The real mystery is why America so enthusiastically embraced this thing, making it the Number One box office draw of the Christmas season (outperforming such infinitely superior family fare as Charlotte's Web and even Happy Feet). In contrast, the biggest moneymaker of the previous holiday season was the superb, truly magical fantasy-adventure drama The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe; while that was a real diamond, Night at the Museum is a lump of...well, no, I can't say coal because coal at least has the POTENTIAL to eventually become a diamond. Decorum prevents me from going into too much further detail in describing just what it is that most of Night at the Museum constitutes a lump of, except to say that finding it in your Christmas stocking is especially unfortunate because in most parts of the country it's far too cold to open the door and air out the house.… Expand

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WillH.Feb 3, 2007

Just not funny for anyone over the age of 10. Should have dumbed it down even more and made it G-rated.

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ErikHFeb 2, 2007

Fun, but instantly forgettable.

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AshleyB.Jan 29, 2007

I came into the movie thinking it was going to be really funny and it was very disappointing. There were some funny parts but over all it sucked.

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AMovieCriticJan 28, 2007

It was extremely average. Got off to a decent start but I was just bored during it. I found Ben Stiller kind of annoying, actually, which is weird because I usually like his performances. Some decent special effects and Owen Wilson is a It was extremely average. Got off to a decent start but I was just bored during it. I found Ben Stiller kind of annoying, actually, which is weird because I usually like his performances. Some decent special effects and Owen Wilson is a scene-stealer, but...just....nothing special here. There's some humor in the script but director Shawn Levy (proving again after his humorless Cheaper by the Dozen and annoying Pink Panther) is unable to make this movie truly funny. Little kids will love it, though. Older audiences...at least won't be COMPLETELY bored.… Expand

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DennisL.Jan 21, 2007

I was also surprised it got tepid reviews. It was really pretty good. It had a good spirit without being sappy. Stiller has always played the poor, reasionable slob surrounded by idiots role perfectly. I think 'Nacho Libre' got I was also surprised it got tepid reviews. It was really pretty good. It had a good spirit without being sappy. Stiller has always played the poor, reasionable slob surrounded by idiots role perfectly. I think 'Nacho Libre' got better reviews, and that movie stank abominably.… Expand

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FantasyJan 19, 2007

Great movie if you checked your brains at the door, are under the age of ten, or recently had a lobotomy; otherwise it is moronic.

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KevinD.Jan 17, 2007

I was instantly put off by the movie from the opnening scene after being surrounded by classes full of kindergardeners through the previews. This movie could have been a clear cut laugh out loud comedy. But tried to hard. Not only with the I was instantly put off by the movie from the opnening scene after being surrounded by classes full of kindergardeners through the previews. This movie could have been a clear cut laugh out loud comedy. But tried to hard. Not only with the jokes, of which a few were funny, but the movie's concept was not. In fact, the concept of the movie made me feel like a three-year-old. It attempts at being touching made me sick to my stomach. Stiller makes a bad move, Williams continues to spiral, and Mickey Rooney gives the only half solid performance in his minor role. The ending of the film was ridiculously lame. Overall, it was depressing.… Expand

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BenB.Jan 16, 2007

This movie may not be the best ever, but it sure was funny and definitely deserved more than a 48. The last thirty minutes, where they tried to turn it into a touchy-feely bad-guys-watch-out-here-come-the-good-guys wasn't as good as This movie may not be the best ever, but it sure was funny and definitely deserved more than a 48. The last thirty minutes, where they tried to turn it into a touchy-feely bad-guys-watch-out-here-come-the-good-guys wasn't as good as could be, but it was very funny! It deserves better ratings than this.… Expand

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B.O.Jan 11, 2007

Man this movie had potential, but the last 30 mins were so lame that it brought down the whole movie; what a joke!

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JeffJan 10, 2007

I'm perplexed why this movie got so many mediocre to bad reviews. Maybe with all the hype and promotion people want to shoot it down. It's not serious cinema but it was very entertaining and touching sometimes. The monkey slapping I'm perplexed why this movie got so many mediocre to bad reviews. Maybe with all the hype and promotion people want to shoot it down. It's not serious cinema but it was very entertaining and touching sometimes. The monkey slapping scene was one of the funniest I've seen in any film. Mickey Rooney was hilarious and the Stiller line about the South losing the war but getting "The Allman Brothers and NASCAR" was one of my favorites. What's not to like?… Expand

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BobTJan 8, 2007

It is a great movie that the whole family can enjoy together. That means that Comedy, Art Film, or Barnie-o-phile snobs will come away disappointed, but everyone else will enjoy the ride.

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JasonKJan 8, 2007

Probably a great movie if you're younger than 12-years old. For anybody else, it was a dull 90 minutes. The jokes fell flat, Stiller's slapstick act was even worse, and the laughs were scarce. I might have chuckled a few times. Probably a great movie if you're younger than 12-years old. For anybody else, it was a dull 90 minutes. The jokes fell flat, Stiller's slapstick act was even worse, and the laughs were scarce. I might have chuckled a few times. Also disappointing was the poor use of CGI. This movie had lots of potential. It's too bad it was wasted.… Expand

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[Anonymous]Jan 8, 2007

This movie definitely had some funny moments, but the father-son relationship was terrible, all of Ben Stiller's dialogue was pathetic. It was the secondary characters that made the movie.

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ChandraS.Jan 8, 2007

This movie was great for my entire family. I didn't think it would be very good, but I found it hilarious and laughed through the whole movie!

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TijanaK.Jan 8, 2007

It is a very funny movie. It is really entertaining movie and is planned very well. A clever film..I loved it!!

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GregMJan 7, 2007

My kids had a wonderful time at this movie, as did my wife and I. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fun fantasy movie that you can be comfortable taking the whole family to.

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DuWayneBJan 5, 2007

Going in, I knew this was geared to kids and families. This does not mean that it doesn't need to have some form of educational value. This would have been a real way to give some meaning to the movie outside of the stale "role of Going in, I knew this was geared to kids and families. This does not mean that it doesn't need to have some form of educational value. This would have been a real way to give some meaning to the movie outside of the stale "role of males" stereotypes crap. Not clever or engaging, unless you really don't get out much.… Expand

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RayJan 5, 2007

My daughters thought it was funny, but I though it was pretty awful. Ben Stiller is not funny, the "old guys" of movie were pathetic, Owen Wilson sounded like he was ad-libbing, and Robin Williams seemed as stiff as the wax figure. Yet My daughters thought it was funny, but I though it was pretty awful. Ben Stiller is not funny, the "old guys" of movie were pathetic, Owen Wilson sounded like he was ad-libbing, and Robin Williams seemed as stiff as the wax figure. Yet another movie with a divorced, hapless dad tyring to impress his kid.… Expand

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DustinW.Jan 4, 2007

Simply the best movie I've ever seen. It's so entertaining, clever, and just overall humourous.

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AaronEJan 4, 2007

As far as family comedies go this was a very solid movie, nothing in the movie was the greatest but all the parts worked out to produce a movie that was entertaining and humorous. Everyone from my younger sister to my mom enjoyed the As far as family comedies go this was a very solid movie, nothing in the movie was the greatest but all the parts worked out to produce a movie that was entertaining and humorous. Everyone from my younger sister to my mom enjoyed the movie...maybe critics just want movies that appeal to the 18-29 alternative lifestyles crowd.… Expand

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BrianG.Jan 3, 2007

A whole lot better than I thought it was going to be. A good New Year's day movie to see.

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MollyJan 3, 2007

It seems strange to me that comedies like this often seem to get low scores on Metacritic. Anyway, for what the movie was, I thought it was great. It made me laugh and had some touching moments, and some fun cameo apperances. Not a It seems strange to me that comedies like this often seem to get low scores on Metacritic. Anyway, for what the movie was, I thought it was great. It made me laugh and had some touching moments, and some fun cameo apperances. Not a masterpiece of theater but an enjoyable flim - I highly recommend it if you're in the mood for a comedy!!… Expand

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elKodosJan 3, 2007

On the whole, I don't mind that I spent $4 to see this at a matinee. I'd be seriously disappointed if I had paid full price. There are a number of snickers, but just one solitary laugh, by my count. The effects are competent On the whole, I don't mind that I spent $4 to see this at a matinee. I'd be seriously disappointed if I had paid full price. There are a number of snickers, but just one solitary laugh, by my count. The effects are competent (that's a compliment), but not very exciting. The win-respect-from-the-non-custodial-kid and attractive-co-worker subplots are lame, lame, LAME. It's for people who are easily impressed, eg, kids.… Expand

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