The Cobbler

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The Cobbler

PG-13

2015

1h 39m

Comedy

Drama

Fantasy

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A frustrated shoemaker (Adam Sandler) finds a magical sewing machine that allows him to see the world in a new way by stepping into the lives of his customers.

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The Cobbler represents a slight step up from Adam Sandler's recent comedies, but while its cloying sentiment proves a more palatable substitute for his usual crass humor, it still isn't terribly compelling.

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Roxana Hadadi

Punch Drunk Critics

Ugh.

Rated: 0.5/5

Jan 9, 2017

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Emily St. James

Vox

The Cobbler is the rare movie so terrible that it's hard to figure out why it even exists, why somebody didn't run in front of the speeding train of its production yelling, "Stop!"

Rated: 1/5

Dec 17, 2015

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Jonathan Romney

Observer (UK)

Much play is made on "sole" and "soul", and Sandler looks depressed throughout. Fine - let it be him for a change.

Rated: 1/5

Aug 2, 2015

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David Walsh

World Socialist Web Site

The influence of the present conditions in America, as reflected through a limited and rather predictable artistic prism, largely derails The Cobbler.

Feb 12, 2021

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Richard Crouse

Richard Crouse

Has more sole than soul, and is a bit flatfooted in its approach to the story, but it is a nice change to see an Adam Sandler movie and not be bombarded with bathroom humor.

Rated: 1/5

Feb 2, 2021

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Edwin Arnaudin

Asheville Movies

A clever, charming, old-fashioned, and frequently touching comedy.

Rated: 4/5

Jun 12, 2020

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Bradley D

This is a warm-hearted little movie that deserves 90 minutes of your time.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

11/06/25

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Gang D

I was shocked to see such low reviews for a film that in my opinion deserves a lot, nice idea at the base and a film enjoyable from start to finish (even if I would have preferred it to end with the revelation at the barber shop), I particularly admired the possibility given to other lesser-known actors to feel like the protagonists of the film even just for a few scenes, really enjoyable movie, recommended

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

10/02/25

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John H

If you’re looking for something to watch tonight (or soon), I highly recommend The Cobbler (2014) starring Adam Sandler. I have no idea how this movie slipped past me, but it did — and I was surprised to see Rotten Tomatoes gave it a 10%. Personally, I think that’s way too harsh. Critics often box Adam Sandler in as “the silly comedy guy” or stick him in the rom-com lane, but this film shows more range. The Cobbler still has that Sandler charm and humor, but it also mixes in drama and a few unexpected genre twists I won’t spoil. So, kick off your shoes (pun intended), check your streaming services, or even rent/buy it. I think you’ll enjoy it. 🎭

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

09/16/25

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Melissa L

It's funny, yet serious with an ending I didn't see coming,

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

09/03/25

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Koi P

The relationships make the movie. Suspense, humor, and an original storyline.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

08/24/25

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Audience Member

Wasn't a fan of the ending but overall cool concept and enjoyable movie

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

08/22/25

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Synopsis

A frustrated shoemaker (Adam Sandler) finds a magical sewing machine that allows him to see the world in a new way by stepping into the lives of his customers.

Director: Tom McCarthy
Producer: Kate Churchill, Dominic Rustam, Mary Jane Skalski
Screenwriter: Tom McCarthy, Paul Sado
Distributor: Image Entertainment
Production Co: Next Wednesday Productions, Voltage Pictures
Rating: PG-13 (Language|Brief Partial Nudity|Some Violence)
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 13, 2015, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 5, 2016
Runtime: 1h 39m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital

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