The Stupids | | Cast : | Tom Arnold, Jessica Lundy | | Director : | John Landis | | Studio : | New Line Home Entertainment | | Format : | | | Released Date : | August 30, 1996 | | DVD Released Date : | February 08, 2005 | | Language : | English (Dubbed) | | Audience Rating : | PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) | | | BUY THIS DVD FROM AMAZON |
Customer Reviews
| Rating |  | | Date | June 16, 2005 | | Summary | Odd, Yet Brilliant | Content
 | I have to admit I was pretty skeptical about this one-- it looked, well, stupid. And it starts out that way, with just what you'd expect from a young children's comedy-- a family dressed in hideous clothes who are so dumb they take their fish for a walk and search under sofa cushions for missing family members.
But keep watching! A plot develops, slowly transforming the movie into a James-Bond-parody-style film which might even be said to rival the "Austin Powers" films (especially if, like me, you find yourself wishing those films had a few more witticisms and a little less toilet humor. Ok, the whole "Dr. Evil" thing is hilarious, but come on, there are only so many times the word "crap" is actually funny, no matter how strong a Scottish accent you say it with... I realize I'm in a bit of a minority in thinking this way, but I was brought up on the "Pink Panther" movies, and in my mind there's just no substitute for genuine "comedy of errors" humor).
So the Stupids set out on a quest to uncover the Truth. Who is the mysterious "Mr. Sender" (as in, the guy all those letters get returned to)? What diabolical plot lurks in the trash-collector's van? And what is their connection to a gang of international arms dealers? Will the Stupids figure it out? Of course not!... but they will manage to save the world anyways, even if they can't remember how to start their own car.
Favorite thing: Little running jokes and clever references. For example, a minor scene in which Mr. Stupid mistakes a janitor for God, addresses him as "Lord", and is told that the man's name is actually "Lloyd", is recalled later in the film when Mr. Stupid leaps into battle with the unforgettable cry "Stop! In the name of the Lloyd!" If that sort of thing makes you chuckle and roll your eyes at the same time, I guarantee you will like this film. |
| Rating | | | Date | May 10, 2005 | | Summary | Completely stupid but that's the point! | Content
| This movie is just strange. Acting is bad and the jokes are somewhat funny/bizarre at the same time. I laughed a few times. Rent it before buying it. |
| Rating | | | Date | March 27, 2005 | | Summary | THE STUPIDS | Content
| This movie is for those who are under 13 or those with a really weird sense of humor, like me. I actually saw this in a movie theater with Cari Kepner and sad to say we were the only ones there. America missed the boat with this film but I bet it's popular in Belgium. Anyhow, I'm not a big fan of Tom Arnold but he is PERFECT in the role of Stanley Stupid! If you don't take life seriously and are able to find humor in everything, even funerals I suggest watching this film. It's great fun for the whole family! Dynamite cameo appearances by Captain Kangaroo and Jenny McCarthy. "In the name of the Lloyd" BUY this movie!! |
| Rating | | | Date | May 31, 2004 | | Summary | EW | Content
| Ya, this movie is definatly awful. To bad it isnt possible to give it 0 stars cause that is what i would give it. This is bny far the worst movie i have ever seen. and I have seen a lot af stupid movies. The plot is rediculus in the fist plave, no one is that dumb. The acting is awful, who could act in a part that dumb. Just trust me on this, the movie is to stupid for words. I saw this movie about 6 years ago and still no movie has been as bad as this one. |
| Rating | | | Date | March 05, 2004 | | Summary | Named for the adults who watch it | Content
| The only redeemable quality of this movie is "I'm My Own Grandpa". My 7-year-old daughter liked it though...I guess that tells you something. |
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