A Bad Idea Gone Wrong

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A Bad Idea Gone Wrong

2017

1h 25m

Comedy

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Two would-be thieves forge a surprising relationship with a housesitter when they accidentally trap themselves in a house they just broke into.

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Gary Goldstein

Los Angeles Times

11/30/2017

"A Bad Idea Gone Wrong" is like a decent late-night supper thrown together with random items from the back of the fridge and a cupboard or two. It can be a nice surprise, but show up too hungry and you might be left wanting.

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Joe Leydon

Variety

11/16/2017

First-time filmmaker Jason Headley, directing from his own screenplay, keeps his concoction moving briskly and humorously, with a light sprinkling of acceptably sweet sentimentality here and there.

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Frank Scheck

The Hollywood Reporter

03/22/2017

The screenplay consistently produces moments that induce chuckles, if not belly laughs. There's also just enough well-earned sentiment thrown in to provide a nice counterpoint to the farcical humor.

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Adam Patterson

Film Pulse

12/26/2018

4.5/10

A slightly entertaining, yet ultimately forgettable, affair.

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Alan Ng

Film Threat

02/26/2018

2.5/5

Unfortunately, the film's situation and dialogue fail to push A Bad Idea Gone Wrong successfully across the finish line. It's situation just doesn't feel dangerous enough.

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Frank Swietek

One Guy's Opinion

12/07/2017

B

This little would-be heist comedy proves an engaging trifle-nothing more than an extended sitcom, but a pretty good one.

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Brian S

@Madmartigan 03/29/2018

Really bad. Not funny. Rarely will I not finish a movie, and I didn't finish this one.

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01/08/2018

I suggest a new title for the movie: "A Bad movie gone wrong". Actually I dunno how the movie ends, and where has it gone wrong, cause I havent watched it longer than 20 mins. It's a dumb american humor, only retards laugh to these jokes. There isnt much to talk about this movie, its stupid and boring, however one should be worried about 100% tomatometer, it's totally incomprehensible how this movie can get 100% rating. what is happening with this world?

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01/06/2018

I came across this film knowing nothing about it and as such, I had no expectations. I am happy to say that it was a very enjoyable, light-hearted comedy with some emotional surprises thrown in the mix. It being an indie film makes it all the better. The plot is original and though predictable, a good one nonetheless. I recommend anyone who has an hour and a half on their hands to give this film a shot, it will not disappoint.

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12/09/2017

Yeah it was entertaining. Wouldn't rave about it though.

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12/06/2017

It was so funny!!! So glad I got to see it.

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12/04/2017

What was once a slow year for comedies has rounded into a good year for them, and this certainly adds to that. Strong comedic writing and very funny performances.

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Synopsis

Two would-be thieves forge a surprising relationship with a housesitter when they accidentally trap themselves in a house they just broke into.

Director: Jason Headley
Producer: Jonathan Duffy, Red Sanders, Kelly Williams
Screenwriter: Jason Headley
Distributor: Freestyle Digital Media
Production Co: Ten Acre Films
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 30, 2017, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 1, 2017
Runtime: 1h 25m
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)