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A pair of overworked, underpaid paramedics face a wild 24-hour shift when one quits and must train his rookie replacement. What begins as a routine day spirals into a chaotic ride full of emergencies, absurd encounters, and unexpected truths about life on the front lines.
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Clint Worthington RogerEbert.com Sep 15
3/4
There’s a beating heart at the center of this film that helps wallpaper over its flaws, a call for sincere action in a cruel and unjust world filled with people who, even as they may fight you, need your care. Go to Full Review Courtney Small Exclaim! Dec 20
Code 3 may initially wear the scrubs of a frantic gross-out comedy, but underneath its seemingly flimsy garbs exists pointed commentary on the various policies clogging up the arteries of the healthcare system. Go to Full Review John Kirk Original Cin Dec 17
A
Wilson’s performance is thoughtful and moving. He shines when playing socially awkward characters, but in this case, his misanthropy isn’t comedic, but pitiable. Really – you just want to see Randy win one. Go to Full Review Robert Roten Laramie Movie Scope Dec 7
A
Bureaucracy and frustrating rules of a terrible health system are highlighted here in a way that most documentaries can't touch. The story about how empathetic people overcome all this is great and the acting is superb, especially by Rainn Wilson. Go to Full Review Ben Gibbons Screen Rant Nov 10
9/10
Code 3 is a heart-warming drama disguised as a cynical dark comedy, but that is precisely what makes it so good. Go to Full Review William Schwartz Book & Film Globe Nov 5
Did you know that nobody can die in an ambulance? As nonsensical as that sounds, Code 3 does have a good explanation. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Sep 22 Hilarious but fairly accurate depiction of the life of a medic at workThe ER Doc wouldve been told off a lot sooner through See more Sep 19 Fun packed movie that any first responder/ems will appreciate. It is also a great way to introduce your family and friends to the wildness that is EMS. This movie brilliantly balances dark humor, realistic calls and humanity all wrapped up in a great paced adventure. Rain Wilson masterfully portrays a skilled, yet burned out Paramedic in thr depth of LA. The film flows so well and there aren't any times when you feel like it is dragging on or having needless scenes. While the premise seems simple, it still manages to provide some twists and turns on the way. It is a must see!!!! See more Sep 19 Most real depiction of EMS to day! A must see! See more Sep 18 Accurate, entertaining, and funny. See more Sep 18 Fast. Moving. Important. See more Sep 18 Unexpectedly great!! I like Rainn Wilson and Rel Howry. The trailers looked good. And the reviews were almost too good to believe. But this film totally delivers on all fronts. Its hot all the feels from gut-wrenching to hilarious! And not a moment of space in between. A truly great film. See more Read all reviews
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Christopher Leone

Director

Rainn Wilson

Randy

Lil Rel Howery

Mike

Aimee Carrero

Jessica

Rob Riggle

Dr. Serano

Yvette Nicole Brown

Shanice

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Synopsis A pair of overworked, underpaid paramedics face a wild 24-hour shift when one quits and must train his rookie replacement. What begins as a routine day spirals into a chaotic ride full of emergencies, absurd encounters, and unexpected truths about life on the front lines.
Director
Christopher Leone
Producer
Justin Baldoni, Andrew Calof, Lawrence Mattis, Matt Smith, Paul "Pizza" Pianezza
Screenwriter
Christopher Leone, Patrick Pianezza
Distributor
Aura Entertainment
Production Co
Circle of Confusion
Rating
R (Some Drug Material|Language Throughout|Brief Graphic Nudity|Violent Content/Bloody Images)
Genre
Comedy, Action
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 12, 2025, Limited
Runtime
1h 45m
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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