Role Play

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Role Play

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2023

1h 40m

Mystery & Thriller

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Emma (Kayley Cuoco) and Dave (David Oyelowo) have the seemingly perfect life -- two kids, suburban house, good jobs -- but after seven years of marriage they find themselves in a bit of a rut. For their wedding anniversary this year they are looking to spice things up with a little role play. They plan to meet as strangers in a hotel bar, but before Dave arrives, Emma catches the eye of a mysterious older man (Bill Nighy). The mystery gentleman recognizes Emma -- as an international assassin for hire with a bounty on her head. Emma leads a secret life that Dave knows nothing about. Emma's past comes roaring back into her new life and she is forced to take action to protect the family she loves.

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Craig Mathieson

The Age (Australia)

French director Thomas Vincent’s feature is lacking in laughs, a genuine marital dynamic, and decent action sequences.

Jan 25, 2024

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John Anderson

Wall Street Journal

Like a guy at a bar telling you a very long joke. You laugh politely each time the story seems to be winding up, which it isn’t, until the fellow brings things to a close by telling you his house burned down just after he made the last mortgage payment.

Jan 12, 2024

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Samantha Bergeson

IndieWire

Director Thomas Vincent plays it safe which, for an action comedy hinging on the sexy fascination of spying, makes for a flaccid film all around.

Rated: C-

Jan 12, 2024

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Ayla Ruby

Loud and Clear Reviews

Although Role Play has a mega talented cast including Kaley Cuoco and David Oyleowo, muted action can’t spice up this tale of deception and marital mayhem.

Rated: 3/5

Oct 20, 2024

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Romey Norton

Film Focus Online

Role Play overall is a cheesy-action film, but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth watching. The story was weak and the characters weren’t compelling enough for me to feel invested - Role Play is an easy film to watch but isn’t one that will have longevity.

Rated: 2.5/5

Jul 22, 2024

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Calum Cooper

Movies We Texted About

When it comes to the seductive implications of the title, the film plays out like a first try of the act - it’s awkward, anxious, and unsure of what it’s doing.

Rated: 2/5

Jul 19, 2024

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Robert V

Didn't know what it wanted to be. Genuine funny moments but highly deadpan. May be lost on western audiences.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

08/15/25

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Vítor P

Eu gostei rsrs O elenco é forte. O roteiro é fraco, mas bom. É um filme ruim que é bom

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/04/25

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Katii S.

This movie is so underrated. Loved every moment of it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/12/25

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LOVE I

Light action comedy although the title is a bit off. David Oyelowo really carried the movie. The embodiment of the response of a Nigerian Yoruba man in the accent and body of an African American is the real genius of the movie, and easy to miss if you don't know what it is. Kaley Cuoco gave a great performance too. The key to enjoying it is to see it for what it is - an action comedy with a slice of drama for the whole family.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/06/25

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Norman B

There's not much to say about this film. It did pass the time but nothing stood out from the plot to the characters

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

06/27/25

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Renaldo D

It has no character development and does not have a well-written script.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

04/18/25

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Emma (Kayley Cuoco) and Dave (David Oyelowo) have the seemingly perfect life -- two kids, suburban house, good jobs -- but after seven years of marriage they find themselves in a bit of a rut. For their wedding anniversary this year they are looking to spice things up with a little role play. They plan to meet as strangers in a hotel bar, but before Dave arrives, Emma catches the eye of a mysterious older man (Bill Nighy). The mystery gentleman recognizes Emma -- as an international assassin for hire with a bounty on her head. Emma leads a secret life that Dave knows nothing about. Emma's past comes roaring back into her new life and she is forced to take action to protect the family she loves.

Director: Thomas Vincent
Producer: Kaley Cuoco, Alex Heineman, Andrew Rona
Screenwriter: Andrew Baldwin, Seth W. Owen
Distributor: Amazon Studios
Production Co: StudioCanal, Yes, Norman Productions, The Picture Company
Rating: R (Violence and Language)
Genre: Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Jan 12, 2024
Runtime: 1h 40m

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