An American Pickle

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An American Pickle

PG-13

2020

1h 28m

Comedy

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Preserved in pickle brine for 100 years, an Orthodox Jewish factory worker wakes up in New York City and tracks down his great-grandson.

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Critics Consensus

An American Pickle lacks the tart snap viewers might expect given its creative premise, but Seth Rogen's dual performance makes this a low-key comedy to relish.

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Robbie Collin

Daily Telegraph (UK)

The various visual and staging techniques that allow Rogen to act opposite himself are invisible, and the film delivers consistent amusement.

Rated: 3/5

Nov 22, 2020

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Clarisse Loughrey

Independent (UK)

Its premise may sound quaint, but the whimsy of An American Pickle helps nurture all kinds of delicate emotions.

Rated: 4/5

Nov 12, 2020

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Paul Byrnes

Sydney Morning Herald

An American Pickle is far from a disaster, but it is more amusing than hilarious. It is that thing a comedy can never be -- only half good.

Rated: 3/5

Sep 16, 2020

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Yasmine Kandil

Discussing Film

It is not too often that you find a film where there is a balance of comedy with messages that make you reflect on modernity, and your own way of living.

Rated: 4/5

Jul 9, 2024

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Ethan Gordon

InSession Film

Simon Rich is a great short story writer, but it doesn't seem as if his strong suit comes with screenplays.

Rated: C+

Mar 21, 2024

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Manuel São Bento

MSB Reviews

An American Pickle surprisingly takes a grounded approach on the “man out of his time” concept, making its message about “family”, even though its premise is absolutely bonkers. Seth Rogen offers a fantastic double performance.

Rated: B-

Jul 24, 2023

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Steven K

Surprisingly not stupid! Genuinely liked the movie, I wish there was a stronger ending. Quirky humor, would be great for a highschool history class.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

10/14/24

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David L

I think Seth Rogan did an awesome job with what he was given. He fits the character/s well and, in my opinion, carried this film as far as it could go!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/27/24

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Raewyn K

Quirky and easy to watch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/05/24

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Ay D

Amusing premise, ending was rushed but pleasant resolution.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

03/30/24

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Ira

It was so amazing, honestly number 1 movie ever.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/21/24

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Dhillon P

Very common Seth Rogen failure. He needs to stick to making ash trays his acting career is a trainwreck.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

03/02/24

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Synopsis

Preserved in pickle brine for 100 years, an Orthodox Jewish factory worker wakes up in New York City and tracks down his great-grandson.

Director: Brandon Trost
Producer: Evan Goldberg, Seth Rogen
Screenwriter: Simon Rich
Production Co: Point Grey Pictures Inc., Gravitational Productions, Sony Pictures Entertainment
Rating: PG-13 (Some Language|Rude Humor)
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 6, 2020
Runtime: 1h 28m

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