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The House (2017)

“If you can't beat the house, be the house.”

5.6/10 · 1,004 votes 1h 28m r ComedyCrime

#281 of 319 films from 2017 #2642 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Andrew J. Cohen · Written by Brendan O'Brien, Andrew J. Cohen

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Overview

When Scott and Kate Johansen’s daughter gets into the college of her dreams it’s cause for celebration. That is, until Scott and Kate learn that the scholarship they were counting on didn’t come through, and they’re now on the hook for tuition they can’t begin to afford. With the help of their friend and neighbor Frank also in need of a major payday they decide to open an illegal casino in his suburban house, risking everything together on a Vegas-style bacchanal where money flows, inhibitions are checked at the door, and all bets are off.

Cast

Amy Poehleras Kate Johansen
Will Ferrellas Scott Johansen/The Butcher
Jason Mantzoukasas Frank
Ryan Simpkinsas Alex Johansen
Nick Krollas Bob Schaeffer
Allison Tolmanas Dawn Mayweather
Rob Huebelas Officer Chandler
Christina Offleyas Davida
Jessie Ennisas Rachel
Rory Scovelas Joe
Lennon Parhamas Martha
Cedric Yarbroughas Reggie Henderson
Kyle Kinaneas Garvey
Michaela Watkinsas Raina

Facts

Release dateJune 29, 2017
Runtime88 min (1h 28m) — shorter as the 2017 average of 107 min
GenresComedy, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$40,000,000
Box office$34,200,000 (0.9× budget)
IMDbtt4481514

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Questions

How long is The House?
The House runs 88 minutes (1h 28m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is The House worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.6/10 across 1,004 votes, which places it #281 of 319 films released in 2017 in this index (top 12%) and #2642 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The House?
The House was directed by Andrew J. Cohen.
Who stars in The House?
Amy Poehler as Kate Johansen; Will Ferrell as Scott Johansen/The Butcher; Jason Mantzoukas as Frank; Ryan Simpkins as Alex Johansen; Nick Kroll as Bob Schaeffer; Allison Tolman as Dawn Mayweather.
What is The House rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The House?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/28228.

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