The Survivors

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Matt L @Mattliptak Nov 6 The Survivors is one of those early-80s comedies that could have been sharper, funnier, and more memorable—especially with a cast boasting Walter Matthau, Robin Williams, and Jerry Reed. The premise has potential, but the execution wavers between mildly amusing and forgettable. Robin Williams, still early in his film career, brings that frenetic, off-the-rails energy he was becoming known for—sometimes hitting the mark, sometimes feeling like it’s the only thing keeping the movie awake. Walter Matthau does his usual grumpy-realist shtick well enough, though it often seems like he’s simply clocking in rather than truly leaning into the comedy. Jerry Reed, reliable as always, adds a little personality to the mix, but even he can’t completely rescue the film from its uneven tone and uncertain direction. In the end, The Survivors lands as a passable, occasionally funny buddy comedy that never fully takes advantage of its talented cast. Worth a watch for big Robin Williams fans and those nostalgic for 80s eccentricity, but far from essential viewing. See more Stephen C @bob25009 Jul 14 Funny in 01 hour, 43 minutes, and 02 seconds!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ages 17 and older!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Filmed in color for the June 22nd, 1983, release date of this movie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Copyright 1983-2025 Rastar Films!!!!!!!!!! See more Brian M May 7 Perhaps the most underrated comedies of 1980’s. Critics did not get this movie about working class Americans struggling to survive in a high pressured, cold, American landscape where government provides little help. It is a conservative comedy that simultaneously mocks conservatism. It is as relevant in Trump’s America as it once was in Reagan’s America. The pretentious critics did not get it in 1983 and would not get it now. Watch movie with an open mind and if you have ever worked a job you will laugh. See more Bucky D 08/19/2024 One of my favorite comedies from the 80's. Jerry Reed was great as the bad guy. Robin Williams was hilarious. He had so many memorable lines. The gunfight in the forest and the scene where Matthau puts the hot gun in Williams hand are some of my favorites. See more Aaron H 02/24/2024 I've seen this movie 3 or 4 times over the years. It is one of my favorite movies. Robin Williams, Walter Matthau and Jerry Reed are hilarious. It rambles a bit, but it is fantastic. See more Devin J 04/21/2023 Disappointing that this got panned by professional critics so hard, there are a lot of great one-liners in this movie, and it is more of a thinking, social satire comedy then just all out laughs. Glad that actually people seem to like it more but still surprised it's below 50% See more Read all reviews

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