Trading Places

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Marc W It's just blows my mind in a movie like this could be the only six points lower than the movie like Lawrence of Arabia it makes no sense that rotten tomatoes thing is just way screwed up. It's funny at times the pace and the enjoyability factor is just all about one liners there's nothing else to this movie it sucks mainly I must try to see Eddie Murphy or Dan aykroyd doing something entirely different John Landis is a good filmmaker I didn't like this movie. Good Lord Megan Kelly thought this was a great movie what the f r g Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 05/28/25 Full Review Nicholas B Trading Places is a brilliant five-star comedy with sharp humor, clever social commentary, and outstanding performances. Eddie Murphy and Dan Aykroyd deliver fantastic chemistry, while Jamie Lee Curtis brings charm and wit to her role, making the story even more engaging. With hilarious twists, smart satire, and a lively pace, it's a timeless classic that never loses its comedic edge. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/25/25 Full Review William D This is an amazing movie which I would recommend everyone to watch. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 05/09/25 Full Review Kevin P A very clever and funny (albeit occasionally misguided and insensitive) movie about nature vs nurture that’s carried by the sharp dialogue and charismatic performances by Eddie Murphy, Dan Akroyd, and Jamie Lee Curtis. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/20/25 Full Review Fer S This movie dragged a lot. It should have been half an hour shorter. Comedy is not the strong point. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 12/25/24 Full Review Jay W A Christmas Valentine Movie: Dan Akroyd play Louis Winthrope, a well to do businessman. Eddie Murphy plays Billy Valentine, a fast-talking street wise beggar. Two very rich, very bored businessmen decide to settle a "nature vs. Nurture" bet by forcing Winthrope and Valentine to trade places. A premise like this might be done through some supernatural means. A "Freaky Friday" or "Family Man" style switch. But in this one, it is just two businessmen that set up this elaborate con. It is a little farfetched to think this whole premise is set up at the whim of two bickering brothers. The two main characters, Winthrope and Valentine, progress and digress much too quickly. Winthrope is ready to commit murder after one bad day and Valentine adapts to be a sophisticated stockbroker who shuns his old friends at the drop of a hat. With those negatives out of the way, this film has a lot of laughs. How funny you find the film will defend on your tolerance for silliness. There is a random gorilla that is thrown into the mix. The movie is a classic 80's "slobs vs. Snobs" type movie, right at home with "Animal House" and "Caddyshack". The comedic performances are good throughout. Akroyd, Murphey and even Jamie Lee Curtis, all shine. And despite how ridiculous moments can be, there are some good themes being presented and legitimate nice character moments. This is one Christmas present I won't be trading. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 11/21/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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