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Recently dumped by his girlfriend, slacker Rell (Jordan Peele) finds some happiness when a cute kitten winds up on his doorstep. After a heartless thief steals the cat, Rell recruits his cousin Clarence (Keegan-Michael Key) to help him retrieve it. They soon learn that a thug named Cheddar (Method Man) has the animal, and he'll only give it back if the two men agree to work for him. Armed with guns and a gangster attitude, it doesn't take long for the hapless duo to land in big trouble.
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Keanu's absurd premise and compulsively watchable starring duo add up to an agreeably fast-paced comedy that hits more than enough targets to make up for the misses.

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Dwight Brown National Newspaper Publishers Association Walk in the theater not expecting much. Walk out charmed and happy. Key & Peele will have that kind of affect on you. Nov 8, 2016 Full Review Sara Michelle Fetters MovieFreak.com Keanu is funny, oftentimes achingly so, watching Key transform himself from George Michael-loving suburbanite into a tough-talking thug a royal hoot that gets more and more hysterical as things move along. Rated: 2.5/4 Aug 11, 2016 Full Review Wendy Ide Observer (UK) The central joke, that even the most ruthless underworld drug wholesalers are putty in the paws of an adorably cute kitten, is a good one, but it's not enough to sustain an entire movie. Rated: 2/5 Jul 17, 2016 Full Review Brian Eggert Deep Focus Review Amid plenty of funny moments where our heroes are confronted with tense, life-threatening situations, Key and Peele always find humorous ways of defusing the tension. Rated: 3/4 Apr 15, 2022 Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy The movie-homage calendar is uproarious and should be sold in stores. Rated: 3/4 Aug 18, 2021 Full Review Richard Crouse Richard Crouse The movie is a mix of down 'n dirty jabs-for instance, the local strip club is called Hot Party Vixens or HPV-fish out of water gags, a brilliant celebrity cameo and a fixation on George Michael that borders on the pathological. Rated: 3.5/5 Feb 3, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews

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First L About what I expected from a Key and Peele movie. Main characters are very funny and quick-witted. I thought the story overall was really weird. If you expect to laugh, you’ll get what you come for. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 12/27/24 Full Review Kyle C I went into Keanu expecting a goofy ride, and that’s pretty much what I got (in a good way). Jordan Peele and Keegan‑Michael Key team up once again for this feature-length film, and the duo’s chemistry is immediate; you know exactly who these characters are, thanks to the sketch-comedy instincts they bring to every line, glance, and physical gag. From the cat calendars referencing classic films to the non-stop movie callbacks, the film wears its genre love on its sleeve. The Shining nod definitely had me grinning and the recurring George Michael gags are great. Their suburban stiffness amidst street-gang chaos is hilarious. The supporting cast and side characters bring flavor without stealing the spotlight, and some surprising cameos (which I won’t spoil) are a lot of fun. As a satire of action-movie tropes, Keanu does a lot right. It pokes fun at extremes, though it sometimes flirts with embracing them instead of subverting them, with some of the film’s resolution feeling a bit too easy. And while the drug-trip scene leans cliché, Key’s excellent dancing and the nice film-grain aesthetic helped carry it. The film definitely prioritizes comedy over tight plotting; you’re watching for laughs, not logic. One small gripe: though the titular kitten remains appropriately central to the plot, I couldn’t help wishing it showed up more (especially because it’s so damn cute). What makes the film succeed, though, is how much fun the cast clearly has. That enthusiasm is contagious. If you’re looking for something that doesn’t take itself seriously and just wants to riff on absurd situations with strong comic timing, Keanu hits more than enough notes. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/07/25 Full Review Julie D The movie is a mix of down 'n dirty jabs-for instance, the local strip club is called Hot Party Vixens or HPV-fish out of water gags, a brilliant celebrity cameo and a fixation on George Michael that borders on the pathological. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/02/25 Full Review Stephen C Funny in 1 hour and 40 minutes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Dubbed and subtitled in worldwide studios!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The USA grossed over $20,600,000.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/24/25 Full Review Alex S One of the best original funny films I’ve seen! Great watch, you wont regret. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/13/25 Full Review Alexander S Keanu shines the Key and Peele dynamic we adore, where they embody our generation’s Cheech & Chong, Harold and Kumar, Mike Myers, and Dana Carvey. While the film may not resonate with everyone, as it doesn’t align perfectly with the typical Key and Peele feature-length comedy format, it will undoubtedly delight most fans of the comedic duo. Grading: B- Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/11/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Recently dumped by his girlfriend, slacker Rell (Jordan Peele) finds some happiness when a cute kitten winds up on his doorstep. After a heartless thief steals the cat, Rell recruits his cousin Clarence (Keegan-Michael Key) to help him retrieve it. They soon learn that a thug named Cheddar (Method Man) has the animal, and he'll only give it back if the two men agree to work for him. Armed with guns and a gangster attitude, it doesn't take long for the hapless duo to land in big trouble.
Director
Peter Atencio
Producer
Keegan-Michael Key, Jordan Peele, Peter Principato, Paul Young, Joel Zadak
Screenwriter
Jordan Peele, Alex Rubens
Distributor
Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co
New Line Cinema
Rating
R (Language Throughout|Drug Use|Sexuality/Nudity|Violence)
Genre
Comedy, Action
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Apr 29, 2016, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jul 19, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$20.6M
Runtime
1h 40m
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