Billy Madison

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Billy Madison

PG-13

Released Feb 10, 1995

1h 29m

Comedy

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Man-child Billy Madison has been a spoiled rich kid all his life, and spends his days drinking and partying. When his father, hotel magnate Brian, becomes fed up with his son's irresponsible ways, he issues an ultimatum. Since Billy passed all his schooling thanks to his father's influence and bribes, he must retake and pass every grade in 24 weeks. Otherwise, the business will be turned over to Brian's conniving associate, Eric.

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Critics Consensus

Audiences who enjoy Adam Sandler's belligerent comic energy may find him in joyously obnoxious form as Billy Madison, but this thinly-plotted starring vehicle surrounds its star with an aggressively pedestrian movie.

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Janet Maslin

New York Times

If you've ever had a yen to relive the third grade, this must be the next best thing.

Mar 31, 2019

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John Petrakis

Chicago Tribune

Billy Madison is a textbook example of a half-decent idea that never got developed beyond the "lying around drinking beer and making jokes with your buddy" stage.

Rated: 0.5/4

Mar 31, 2019

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Gene Siskel

Chicago Tribune

The latest entry in the American cinema's investigation of dumb-and-dumber heroes.

Rated: 1/4

Mar 31, 2019

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

Too many gags are set up and then abandoned.

Rated: 2/4

Aug 11, 2025

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Danielle Solzman

Solzy at the Movies

Billy Madison hasn’t aged particularly well, from its problematic humor to its questionable plot dynamics, but it’s undeniably a product of its time.

Rated: 2.5/5

Jul 29, 2025

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Allison Rose

FlickDirect

While not award-worthy, Billy Madison’s absurd humor and Sandler’s charm made it a cult favorite that kicked off his film career.

Rated: 3.5/5

Jul 28, 2025

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Mikey H

This movie was trasncendant. I actually felt myself get closer to god during this movie bcause it taught me that EVERYTHING I KNOW IS DIVINE. BILLY MADISON IS THE MODERN DAVINCI. THIS IS AN ARTISTIC MASTERPIECE UP THERE WITH THE GODFATHER AND WAS WAY AHEAD OF ITS TIME. I AM SUPRISED ADAM SANDLER DID NOT MAKE MORE THAN WHATH E DID BECAUSE HONESTLY WITH HOW GOOD THIS MOVIE IS HE SHOULD BE PUT IN CHARGE OF THE YKNOW WHAT I DONT KNOW THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE THE M0ONEY. Im pretty sure therye like cosplaying as feds or something but they should put adam sandler in charge of that because he would definitely do good.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/12/25

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Yash B

"Billy Madison" is a truly absurd Adam Sandler comedy. Nothing in this movie makes any sense, and that is why it is a fun watch. The movie is more juvenile than most comedies, and not every joke lands, and I could see how some may even call it annoying, but I ultimately found it endearing. The movie functions almost as a live-action cartoon in terms of silliness, and I had a decently fun time. Overall, it is a goofy 90s comedy that won't be for everyone, but is a good time for anyone willing to get on its wavelength.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

09/08/25

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Erin K.

Top five Comedy movie of all time. Adam Sandler 🐐

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/18/25

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Lit D.

It’s so funny lol🥶🥶 can’t stop watching it!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

08/16/25

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Wyatt S.

Good but not great. Sub par acting (but what can you expect from a cast of all children in an Adam Sandler movie) and a very weak plot

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

07/31/25

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Garrett P

Funniest movie ever! 😅🤣🤣

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/08/25

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Synopsis

Man-child Billy Madison has been a spoiled rich kid all his life, and spends his days drinking and partying. When his father, hotel magnate Brian, becomes fed up with his son's irresponsible ways, he issues an ultimatum. Since Billy passed all his schooling thanks to his father's influence and bribes, he must retake and pass every grade in 24 weeks. Otherwise, the business will be turned over to Brian's conniving associate, Eric.

Director: Tamra Davis
Producer: Robert Simonds
Screenwriter: Tim Herlihy, Adam Sandler
Distributor: Universal Pictures
Production Co: Universal Pictures, Robert Simonds Productions
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 10, 1995, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 19, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $25.6M
Runtime: 1h 29m
Sound Mix: Surround

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