Brewster's Millions

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Brewster's Millions

PG

Released May 22, 1985

1h 37m

Comedy

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After losing his position as a minor-league pitcher, Montgomery Brewster (Richard Pryor) learns his great-uncle has left him $300 million. To inherit it, Brewster must spend $30 million in 30 days under a complicated set of rules that forbid him from donating too much to charity or retaining any new assets when the period is up. Unable to share details about the will's odd conditions with anyone, Brewster sets out to spend his money under the stern eye of paralegal Angela Drake (Lonette McKee).

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Critics Consensus

With Richard Pryor's trademark ribald humor tamped down, Brewster's Millions feels like a missed opportunity to update a classic story.

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Mitchell Beaupre

Paste Magazine

That Brewster’s Millions isn’t a bucket of laughs is precisely the reason why it works.

Rated: 7.5/10

Sep 29, 2023

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

After a million brewskies, Brewster's Millions is passable fare as a late-night viewing option, but those seeking genuine laughs would do well to look elsewhere.

Rated: 2/4

Jan 19, 2020

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David Nusair

Reel Film Reviews

...a justifiably forgotten relic of the 1980s.

Rated: 2/4

Mar 8, 2016

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Charles Cassady

Common Sense Media

Tamed Pryor in '80s comedy with some salty language.

Rated: 2/5

Dec 21, 2010

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Emanuel Levy

EmanuelLevy.Com

Rated: 2/5

Jul 15, 2005

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Brian Juergens

Freeze Dried Movies

Rated: 3/5

Jul 7, 2005

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Jone W

Richard Pryor delivers a standout performance, infusing the film with his signature charisma and wit. The story's pacing keeps audiences engaged, balancing comedy and social commentary. While the narrative occasionally dips into slapstick territory, the film remains an entertaining exploration of wealth, excess, and the unexpected challenges of having too much money. A solid, feel-good comedy that has aged well over the years.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/16/24

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Audience Member

I liked it, but honestly I’m surprised he didn’t go through it faster. Every single scene he was saying some huge numbers, not even halfway in and I feel like he should have been broke lol. Either way though it’s a comedy and shouldn’t be taken too seriously. Although I didn’t laugh that much, so maybe just a satirical drama. 3.5/5 stars.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

11/16/24

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Will S

This movie is brilliant and plays it straight the entire time. I'm not sure why all the bad votes, but this is so smart and the PG rating barely hurts it. Rewatching it in 2024 arises the same issues the movie poked fun at in the first place.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

04/01/24

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Mutazz D

This movie is a most own and must view. This isn't an all comedy laugh fest like one would come to expect from John Candy and Richard Pryor, although it does have it's share of laughs, I would consider it a good retelling of a great morality tale that stands the test of time. Miss you guys!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/04/23

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Audience Member

Funny and original, including kissing scenes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/28/23

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Audience Member

Es una comedia con Richard Pryor y John Candy; es muy recomendable.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/16/23

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Walter Hill

Director

Richard Pryor

Montgomery Brewster

John Candy

Spike Nolan

Lonette McKee

Angela Drake

Stephen Collins

Warren Cox

Jerry Orbach

Charley Pegler

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Brewster's Millions: Official Clip - 10 Million, 10 Million, 10 Million Dollars

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Brewster's Millions: Official Clip - What a Country!

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Brewster's Millions: Official Clip - Brewster Becomes a Millionaire

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Brewster's Millions: Official Clip - Spike Talks Trash

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Brewster's Millions: Official Clip - Guilty, With A Real Good Excuse

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Brewster's Millions: Official Clip - Who's Buying the Booze?

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Brewster's Millions: Official Clip - Thirty Million in Thirty Days

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Synopsis

After losing his position as a minor-league pitcher, Montgomery Brewster (Richard Pryor) learns his great-uncle has left him $300 million. To inherit it, Brewster must spend $30 million in 30 days under a complicated set of rules that forbid him from donating too much to charity or retaining any new assets when the period is up. Unable to share details about the will's odd conditions with anyone, Brewster sets out to spend his money under the stern eye of paralegal Angela Drake (Lonette McKee).

Director: Walter Hill
Producer: Lawrence Gordon, Gene Levy, Joel Silver
Screenwriter: Timothy Hyde Harris, Herschel Weingrod
Distributor: Universal Pictures
Production Co: Silver Pictures, Universal Pictures, Lawrence Gordon Productions, Davis Entertainment
Rating: PG
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 22, 1985, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): May 8, 2015
Runtime: 1h 37m
Sound Mix: Surround

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