Dogma

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Dogma

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1999

2h 10m

Comedy

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Two fallen angels who were ejected from paradise find themselves banned in Wisconsin. They are now headed for New Jersey where they find a loophole that can get them back into heaven. The only catch is that it will destroy humanity. A group bands together to stop them.

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Critics Consensus

Provocative and audacious, Dogma is an uneven but thoughtful religious satire that's both respectful and irreverent.

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Bilge Ebiri

New York Magazine/Vulture

06/09/2025

What makes Dogma unique is that it’s Smith’s voice attempting to know the mind of God.

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Todd McCarthy

Variety

03/19/2008

A very vulgar pro-faith comedy rather than a sacrilegious goof, Dogma is an extraordinarily uneven film that significant cutting might be able to transform into a playable one.

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Jonathan Rosenbaum

Chicago Reader

03/19/2008

I couldn't care less whether Smith's metaphysical conceits about the war between Good and Evil are those of a devout believer or an atheist. The bottom line is that they're puerile.

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Jeffrey Peterson

Geek Vibes Nation

Jan 6

Dogma criticizes all religious sects of Western society, from Catholics to Protestants to Agnostics. Whether you’re a believer, denier, or contrarian, Smith has more than a few words for you.

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Joshua Ryan

FandomWire

Dec 13

7/10

Boasting an impressive cast of A-list actors and respected performers, Kevin Smith’s cult classic Dogma is a strange, juvenile, and surprisingly intelligent spoof of the Catholic religion.

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Caitlin Kennedy

Simply Cinema (Substack)

Sep 24

7/10

Some might argue that Dogma lacks the polish of other films in Smith’s filmography — again, criticisms of its more juvenile humor are common. I would counter that it only adds to the film’s humanity. The divine can withstand a little humor and simplicity.

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Shayla

Dec 11

Absolutely the best!! Must see!!

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Gigi

Sep 30

An absolute must see every time !

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Scott W

Sep 25

it was great to see this classic in theater again 25 years later.

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ViS

Sep 25

Great movie great script great all around

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Alan K

Sep 16

Some laughs many others didn't land. The stoner humor is yesterday's news. But the real issue is the 4dx theatre it was released in. Absolutely unnecessary and hoakey to shake seats or do any thril ride effects for this release. It made a so so movie annoying at best.

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Byron B

Aug 9

In my top 3 all time...must see!!!!

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Synopsis

Two fallen angels who were ejected from paradise find themselves banned in Wisconsin. They are now headed for New Jersey where they find a loophole that can get them back into heaven. The only catch is that it will destroy humanity. A group bands together to stop them.

Director: Kevin Smith
Producer: Scott Mosier
Screenwriter: Kevin Smith
Distributor: Lionsgate Films
Production Co: STK Productions, View Askew Productions
Rating: R (Sex-Related Dialogue|Crude Humor|Some Drug Content|Strong Language|Violence)
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 12, 1999, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters): Jun 5, 2025
Release Date (DVD): Dec 17, 2002
Box Office (Gross USA): $30.7M
Runtime: 2h 10m
Sound Mix: Dolby SR, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)