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Central Intelligence

Play trailer 2:28 Poster for Central Intelligence PG-13 Released Jun 17, 2016 1h 47m Action Comedy Play Trailer Watchlist
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Bullied as a teen for being overweight, Bob Stone (Dwayne Johnson) shows up to his high school reunion looking fit and muscular. While there, he finds Calvin Joyner (Kevin Hart), a fast-talking accountant who misses his glory days as a popular athlete. Stone is now a lethal CIA agent who needs Calvin's number skills to help him save the compromised U.S. spy satellite system. Together, the former classmates encounter shootouts, espionage and double-crosses while trying to prevent worldwide chaos.
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Kevin Hart and Dwayne Johnson make for well-matched comic foils, helping Central Intelligence overcome a script that coasts on their considerable chemistry.

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Aramide Tinubu Shadow and Act Overall, Central Intelligence isn't 48 Hours... However, if you enjoy Hart's stand-up comedy, and his other numerous flicks, then you'll probably enjoy this one as well. Apr 12, 2017 Full Review Kevin Maher Times (UK) This is a tongue-in-cheek buddy movie that's above average, but not too far above average. Rated: 3/5 Oct 10, 2016 Full Review Sara Michelle Fetters MovieFreak.com Hart and Johnson got me to laugh, their antics just ridiculous enough to keep me entertained. Rated: 2.5/4 Aug 9, 2016 Full Review Zach Pope Zach Pope Reviews Really Fun Film that makes you laugh not all the time though Aug 7, 2023 Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy The artist formerly known as The Rock has long since proven that he has more natural acting chops than any other former muscleman-turned-thespian (sorry, Arnie), and he's absolutely riotous here. Rated: 3/4 Aug 18, 2021 Full Review Mike Massie Gone With The Twins Even as an excuse to provide opportunities for Johnson and Hart to play off of their disparities, the formulaic superspy gimmick is exhausting. Rated: 5/10 Dec 4, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Lolman 2 Uhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh. Pretty Good Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/20/24 Full Review Carter C This film has a very unoriginal plot and some pretty corny dialogue, but it also has tons of action, over-the-top comedy, a terrific cast, and plenty of good twists and turns that make this a heavily funny watch. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 09/30/24 Full Review arjay m not perfect not terrible its good Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/12/24 Full Review Audience Member Ok, this was a movie I wasn't putting much expectations on, it actually turned out to be really enjoyable and kind of lighthearted in a good way. The Rock's been an actor I've liked for a long time and KH was also very good. It's not Serpico, but it's not trying to be either. Good too if you have a family, it's watchable for everyone. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/03/24 Full Review Luke R It’s such a great movie! Bob and Jet are such a comic relief duo!!! Although there are some plots that are not smart. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 09/26/24 Full Review Ciaran O I know it's an old one but as light hearted movies go it's a bit of a gem. The Rock and Hart play well off eachother, it's also nice to see a quick comedy deal with more serious issues. Johnson is far from hard in this nor is Hart. Its a feel good, buddy comedy with a bit of substance, the script does leave it down at times but the 2 leads make it a worthy watch. It didnt win the Oscars, it was never intended to, but its worth an afternoon on the couch and a beer or two. It gets 4 stars for being true to intention and stating that unicorns are worlds most dangerous animal. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 07/08/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Bullied as a teen for being overweight, Bob Stone (Dwayne Johnson) shows up to his high school reunion looking fit and muscular. While there, he finds Calvin Joyner (Kevin Hart), a fast-talking accountant who misses his glory days as a popular athlete. Stone is now a lethal CIA agent who needs Calvin's number skills to help him save the compromised U.S. spy satellite system. Together, the former classmates encounter shootouts, espionage and double-crosses while trying to prevent worldwide chaos.
Director
Rawson Marshall Thurber
Producer
Scott Stuber, Peter Principato, Paul Young, Michael Fottrell
Screenwriter
Ike Barinholtz, David Stassen, Rawson Marshall Thurber
Distributor
Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co
RatPac-Dune Entertainment, New Line Cinema, Principato-Young Entertainment, Bluegrass Films
Rating
PG-13 (Brief Strong Language|Action/Violence|Crude and Suggestive Humor|Some Nudity)
Genre
Action, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 17, 2016, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 13, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$127.4M
Runtime
1h 47m
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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