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Dogma

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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 What makes Dogma unique is that it’s Smith’s voice attempting to know the mind of God. Jun 9, 2025 Full Review Todd McCarthy Variety 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. Mar 19, 2008 Full Review Jonathan Rosenbaum Chicago Reader 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. Mar 19, 2008 Full Review Caitlin Kennedy Simply Cinema (Substack) 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. Rated: 7/10 Sep 24, 2025 Full Review Sarah Vincent Sarah G Vincent Views Blasphemous? No. Impertinent? Yes. Is “Dogma” (1999) Kevin Smith’s best film? Absolutely! Jun 8, 2025 Full Review M.V. Moorhead Phoenix Magazine It’s a little overlong, and laden with some really dumb gags and gross-out effects. But there’s something moving about Smith’s grappling with the contradictions of a religion and tradition he clearly loves. Jun 6, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Gigi An absolute must see every time ! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/30/25 Full Review Scott W it was great to see this classic in theater again 25 years later. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/25/25 Full Review ViS Great movie great script great all around Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/25/25 Full Review Alan K 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. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 09/16/25 Full Review Byron B In my top 3 all time...must see!!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/09/25 Full Review Wyatt Nothing really bad. Kevin Smith is a really fun and creative director and I've always been a big fan of his work! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/17/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Kevin Smith

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Ben Affleck

Bartleby

Linda Fiorentino

Bethany Sloane

Matt Damon

Loki

George Carlin

Cardinal Ignatius

Salma Hayek

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Movie Info

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 (Some Drug Content|Sex-Related Dialogue|Crude Humor|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 15m
Sound Mix
Dolby SR, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)