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Role Models (2008)

โ€œThey're about to get more than they plea-bargained for.โ€

6.5/10 ยท 2,218 votes 1h 39m r Comedy

#116 of 219 films from 2008 #1529 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by David Wain ยท Written by David Wain, Paul Rudd, Ken Marino, Timothy Dowling

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Overview

Two salesmen trash a company truck on an energy drink-fueled bender. Upon their arrest, the court gives them a choice: do hard time or spend 150 service hours with a mentorship program. After one day with the kids, however, jail doesn't look half bad.

Cast

Seann William Scottas Anson Wheeler
Paul Ruddas Danny Donahue
Elizabeth Banksas Beth
Christopher Mintz-Plasseas Augie Farks / Blufgan of Xanthia
Bobb'e J. Thompsonas Ronnie Shields
Jane Lynchas Gayle Sweeny
Ken Jeongas King Argotron
Ken Marinoas Jim Stansel
Kerri Kenneyas Lynette Farks
A.D. Milesas Martin
Joe Lo Truglioas Kuzzik of Xanthia
Matt Walshas Davith of Glencracken
Nicole Randall Johnsonas Karen Shields
Allie Stamleras Sara / Esplen, the Goddess of Navalore

Facts

Release dateNovember 7, 2008
Runtime99 min (1h 39m) โ€” about the same as the 2008 average of 104 min
GenresComedy
LanguageEN
Budget$28,000,000
Box office$92,380,927 (3.3ร— budget)
IMDbtt0430922

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Questions

How long is Role Models?
Role Models runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Is Role Models worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 2,218 votes, which places it #116 of 219 films released in 2008 in this index (top 47%) and #1529 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Role Models?
Role Models was directed by David Wain. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Wet Hot American Summer (2001), Wanderlust (2012).
Who stars in Role Models?
Seann William Scott as Anson Wheeler; Paul Rudd as Danny Donahue; Elizabeth Banks as Beth; Christopher Mintz-Plasse as Augie Farks / Blufgan of Xanthia; Bobb'e J. Thompson as Ronnie Shields; Jane Lynch as Gayle Sweeny.
What is Role Models rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Role Models?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/9369.

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