Tropic Thunder
Paramount Pictures | Release Date: August 13, 2008
7.4
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moviegrabbagJun 12, 2011
I absolutely loved this movie. This is how a comedy should be done. It takes a plot and lets the comedy flow from the plot, it doesn't throw random topical references out. Robert Downey Jr. is amazing, Jack Black and Ben Stiller wereI absolutely loved this movie. This is how a comedy should be done. It takes a plot and lets the comedy flow from the plot, it doesn't throw random topical references out. Robert Downey Jr. is amazing, Jack Black and Ben Stiller were fantastic. However the best performance comes from Tom Cruse, thats right I said Tom Cruse. I wont say who he plays because part of the glory of his role is actually figuring out and comming to terms with the fact that it is Tom Cruse. This is one of the best comedy's in a very long time. If you get the chance watch this movie.… Expand
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9
jakerthetakerJun 22, 2011
Super funny awesome movie. Very original concept (making a war movie by putting the actors in a war), and professional acting. All the characters are hilarious, and there's alot of movie references. Best funny action movie, next to The Other Guys.
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10
Surg3onOct 13, 2012
If you think statements of "its f***king hilarious" are crass then I dont recommend this f***king hilarious movie. Great stuff for those of us with a sense of humour.
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7
J-ShapAug 25, 2011
It's comedy with real guts. It can go out, be as loud and as rude as it wants to be, and be intelligent to boot. If only it weren't trying to look like Apocalypse Now times 10 every other scene, it would be a classic.
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7
imthenoobJun 8, 2013
Tropic Thunder has no business being as good as it is. Great cast, it is funny, and has solid action scenes. The only thing preventing it from being great is that the final act is a drop in quality compared to everything else.
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JuanoloApr 1, 2012
First off, this is a 9.25 out of 10. It's really funny. Story is good, and so is the acting. Everyone did a good job, especially Robert Downey Jr. Overall, this a really, funny movie that you should watch. Highly recommended.
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10
KapootisJun 23, 2012
Really great movie.:):):):):):):):):
This completely reestablished my fragile perception of reality with its uncontainable bodacity. Crunchy babies. ARGH
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8
SpangleFeb 1, 2016
Zany and bombastic, Tropic Thunder is a fantastic satirical skewering Hollywood, its members, and of war movies in particular. The acting, especially from Matthew McConaughey and Tom Cruise, is great and the film as a whole is trulyZany and bombastic, Tropic Thunder is a fantastic satirical skewering Hollywood, its members, and of war movies in particular. The acting, especially from Matthew McConaughey and Tom Cruise, is great and the film as a whole is truly hysterical. The various elements of Hollywood that are parodied are too numerous to list out, but each is given its due and is really mocked thoroughly. Though it can be over-the-top at times, it is a fantastic time throughout that really exceeded my expectations completely. I expected it to be pretty dumb all around, but instead, I got a crazy good time that kept me laughing from beginning to end. The writing is good, the mise en scene as a whole is very good, and I loved the make-up and characterization in particular. Overall, Tropic Thunder lived up to the hype and more.… Expand
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Compi24Mar 24, 2016
[8/10] -- About as equally apt and witty as it is gasp-worthy and absurd, "Tropic Thunder" is one of the better films from Ben Stiller's directorial filmography, featuring fun action, a brilliant sense of self-awareness, and impossibly[8/10] -- About as equally apt and witty as it is gasp-worthy and absurd, "Tropic Thunder" is one of the better films from Ben Stiller's directorial filmography, featuring fun action, a brilliant sense of self-awareness, and impossibly hilarious turns from both Robert Downey Jr. and Tom Cruise. "Tropic Thunder" is that unsung gem of a summer comedy that really brings in the consistent laughs, without sacrificing the story, pace, or characters. If only, we'd gotten "Tropic Thunder 2" before "Zoolander 2."… Expand
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Rox22Apr 19, 2015
One of the better comedies I have seen that came out in the last 10 years.

Acting is generally OK. However Cruise and RDJ are phenomenal. Stiller is as Bland as usual. Story, effects and writing are pretty good. Not brilliant, but for aOne of the better comedies I have seen that came out in the last 10 years.

Acting is generally OK. However Cruise and RDJ are phenomenal. Stiller is as Bland as usual.

Story, effects and writing are pretty good. Not brilliant, but for a comedy better than you expect.

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Tropic Thunder is far from being a classic, but, it is fun and aims to entertain us. Really great seeing such over the top characters. Heck, this is easily my favourite Tom Cruise performance.… Expand
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10
Annoymous1Jan 26, 2013
Definetly the best movie of 2008. Best comedy, Best makeup. Adam Sandler is awesome in this movie and MUST get a Oscar. The average ratings and negative ratings by the users must be removed.
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M0vieAddictMar 20, 2013
Cram Ben Stiller, Robert Downey Jr, Jack Black, Tom Cruise, Danny McBride and Bill Hader together.. then yes, you have a classic movie that manages to be both inteligent and hillarious. Simple Jack and The Scorcher Series are just two of theCram Ben Stiller, Robert Downey Jr, Jack Black, Tom Cruise, Danny McBride and Bill Hader together.. then yes, you have a classic movie that manages to be both inteligent and hillarious. Simple Jack and The Scorcher Series are just two of the gut-busting moments you may encounter. The acting is top notch from an exceptional and experienced cast and this is a perfect blend of action and comedy. C'mon guys! You can give a saucy teenage flick a nine or ten but Tropic Thunder barely deserves a five? Some people just went full retard.… Expand
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9
Voodoo123Jan 22, 2020
None of the ingredients of this movie should work when you look at them on paper... yet smart writing and the sheer talent of the cast combine to elevate the material and combined with the 'x' factor of just right place right time movieNone of the ingredients of this movie should work when you look at them on paper... yet smart writing and the sheer talent of the cast combine to elevate the material and combined with the 'x' factor of just right place right time movie production and el zappo - we have ourselves a great comedy movie. I laughed countless times watching this when it came out and when I re-watched it recently.… Expand
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Meth-dudeApr 19, 2014
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Funny movie,awesome cast,great idea,This is the movie Tropic thunder in three words.This comedy movie is one of my favourite by far because of the actors(Ben Stiller,Jack Black,Robert Downey Jr,…) and because of the funny scenes if you want to watch a good action/comedy movie then pick him.… Expand
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GarfoodleSep 30, 2014
Funny,stupid, and funny. Top of the line acting, lots of WTF moments, amazing writing, and a pretty deep story, for a cheap comedy movie at least. Go on and watch it, for the fun of it.
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9
ThatOneGuy6667Oct 27, 2015
This is one of my favorite movies, it's hilarious. And the cast is good too, it's an awesome movie overall and very enjoyable

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EpicLadySpongeMay 17, 2016
Now this is true comedy gold right here. Everyone managed to make this film look hilariously funny and I guarantee you that you'll have a fun time watching Tropic Thunder again. It's a movie within a movie.
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7
NicoteenFeb 13, 2016
" An awesome parody about Hollywood and war movies with an awesome cast, over the top action, good jokes and one of the best intros of all time. "

+ (positive) + a huge satire about Hollywood + post movie trailers + over the top action" An awesome parody about Hollywood and war movies with an awesome cast, over the top action, good jokes and one of the best intros of all time. "

+ (positive)
+ a huge satire about Hollywood
+ post movie trailers
+ over the top action
+ cast
+ idea
+ funny scenes

- (negative):
- a little bit over the top
- not every joke is funny
- most of the jokes are just okay

GENRE RATING: 7.8
OVERALL RATING: 7.0… Expand
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7
MrMickeyRichJan 27, 2016
I think one of the best things about Tropic Thunder is that the humor is a massive mocumentary of Hollywood and how it works. Everybody is this movie great and the stand out is definitely Tom Cruise as Les Grossman. An enjoyable film ifI think one of the best things about Tropic Thunder is that the humor is a massive mocumentary of Hollywood and how it works. Everybody is this movie great and the stand out is definitely Tom Cruise as Les Grossman. An enjoyable film if you're looking for more layers to the film though you wont find it as it is a straight up comedy.… Expand
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mp303Jan 27, 2023
Its 2023 and I can only hope that Hollywood makes a 180º turn for movies like these to be made again.
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9
YouMark_Sep 11, 2021
This show will never slide in 2021. The Glory days will never be relived again
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10
italoipoMar 5, 2023
i miss such movies. just brainless fun..no forced woke agenda. just pure fun.
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7
alejandro970Jan 28, 2023
The war action genre now seen in the form of a parody, with everything and the excesses of its actors. The final result would be better if it weren't for the annoying tics of Stiller and Black, and the lack of spontaneity of the jokes. BetterThe war action genre now seen in the form of a parody, with everything and the excesses of its actors. The final result would be better if it weren't for the annoying tics of Stiller and Black, and the lack of spontaneity of the jokes. Better luck next time?… Expand
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getsmeliftedJun 25, 2023
Hilarious from start to finish. If you want to find out how funny people can be when Hollywood removes the stick from their collective hole then look no further. You'll have a great time with this one.
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8
KelvinSelimorOct 5, 2020
Tropic Thunder. Wild jungle and bald Tom. It's an awesome comedy. All the actors played great. Especially Tom Cruise who amazed me with his dance.
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Recon97Oct 2, 2017
I'm not a very big fan of most comedy movies, mostly because they tend to be repetitive and annoying. This movie is one of the very few exceptions. Good jokes, funny dialogue, and the acting giants Jack Black, Matthew Mcconaughey, and BenI'm not a very big fan of most comedy movies, mostly because they tend to be repetitive and annoying. This movie is one of the very few exceptions. Good jokes, funny dialogue, and the acting giants Jack Black, Matthew Mcconaughey, and Ben Stiller. 8/10… Expand
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AndrewBurgeApr 10, 2018
There is a scene in 'Tropic Thunder' in which Jack Black's screwball comedy actor Jeff Portnoy, dressed only in shorts, runs carrying a child in his arms in a Vietnamese drug dealers' camp. This scene enough, even when you couple it with itsThere is a scene in 'Tropic Thunder' in which Jack Black's screwball comedy actor Jeff Portnoy, dressed only in shorts, runs carrying a child in his arms in a Vietnamese drug dealers' camp. This scene enough, even when you couple it with its context, is still one so absurdly funny and surreal that Salvador's Dali paintings would look like conservative art which even your religious grandmother would adore while she cooks you your tenth portion of meatballs.

But, lets get back to the subject, shall we, and let me tell you that Ben Stiller's 'Tropic Thunder' is one of the funniest and intelligent satires I've ever seen. What sets it so high on the funny train is the fact that the satire and self-deprecation of the Hollywood superficial and blind life-style goes so deep that it almost feels as if it does not want to be taken seriously.

Indeed, it is a huge middle finger to all the producers, agents, executives, screenwriters, directors and mostly actors for their blind idiocy and their childish way of thinking, but also to the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences themselves, although not that brave for obvious reasons. A good example of the ridiculous philosophies of Hollywood actors is when, Ben Stiller's character, Tugg Speedman, feels guilty after killing a panda bear by mistake simply because he once made a photo-shoot with one.

Yet, while the screwball humor gives an impression of being brainless, like Brandon T. Jackson's Alpa Chino (yes, even the names are puns) and his commercial appeal for the bottom of the ladies or Jeff Portnoy's scatophilic humor, there is deep thought about the controversial method acting and the mental health of dedicated actors, seen best through Robert Downey, Jr.'s brilliant performance of the five-time Oscar Winning Australian actor Kirk Lazarus. Why Australian? Well, why not? Australia hasn't really been used enough anyway. In the movie, he portrays a highly racist stereotype of a black man. As he says, when he is asked who he is, Lazarus replies simply: "I'm a dude playing a dude disguised as another dude".

So, the beauty of 'Tropic Thunder' is that it wants to be, first of all, a comedy which aims to make you laugh, and boy does it succeed! Sure, it is more deep and complex that it appears but it does not enforce its pretentious ideas on you.… Expand
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SteliosemMay 23, 2023
I love this movie, probably my favourite comedy.

The only thing I kind of dont like is jack black, hes character seems a bit off
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DiptanshuMay 30, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Literally one of the funniest movie ever!right from the start it was damn hilarious the trailers and ad's at start i thought it was real thing it was surprisingly hilarious and awesome,the characters were iconic as hell the cast and there acting was great and hilarious seriously i was in little shock watching tom Cruise in never seen before avatar he was awesome as hell the attitude and the dance it was hilarious portrayal,R.D.J was amazing the accent and the dialogues were enough to make his role legendary,every time he speaks in certain situations it was a damn hilarious.Ben stiller was hotshot he was awesome the madness of being on track again,with little respect of people in village he was amazing,literally the conversation between him and R.D.J was hilarious AF the retard speech and ending's i'm just me speech it was hilarious and the crying scene and whole recreation thing just like starting at end it was great,the death of director was outta nowhere it was surprising but awesome,the other characters were great the Alpha-chino and R.D.J's scene,Jack black's character's drug thing and the other guy kind-of nerd thing with the novelist and bomber-man there side was fun,Mathew's character was supportive and little serious character but at end he was awesome,the whole story-line was unique as hell it was fun,the music was phenomenal.every scene was filled with amazing humor,the Vietnam people were amazing the gang leader and his fight with jack black was awesome the whole rescue mission with R.D.J speaking mandarin it was hilarious parodied AF,the last fight was great the recreation of starting and the kid stabbing Ben and whole Cheesy dialogues closing with the Oscar it was damn amazing ride,the whole credits with the dance of Tom cruse it was hell of great thing,seriously whole movie's tone and direction was great the visuals were amazing as per comedy literally its a masterpiece!it was entertaining fun and awesome movie!… Expand
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BeezersJul 1, 2020
One of the funniest movies i have ever watched! Great play by Robert Downey Jr.!
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geewahAug 8, 2021
A solid snarky satire on Hollywood that gets by on some fantastic turns from Cruise & Downey jr in particular, but has a few flat spots that let it down a touch.
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SuperbaDMIkeJun 21, 2022
This Movie is **** hilarious and Robert Downey Jr's performance is **** great too in this controversial film. But **** them it's really **** good. Sorry for the profanity.
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tai_fungJul 3, 2023
Just an utter skewering of Hollywood yet an enjoyable story at the same time. This was a movie, not an op-ed. And so very funny at that! RDJ well-deserved his Oscar nomination. I sort of hope they do NOT do a sequel -- some stories should beJust an utter skewering of Hollywood yet an enjoyable story at the same time. This was a movie, not an op-ed. And so very funny at that! RDJ well-deserved his Oscar nomination. I sort of hope they do NOT do a sequel -- some stories should be allowed to end.… Expand
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