Identity Thief

2013·Movie
1h 51min·R
51
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Funny, emotionally cool.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline5
  • Tension5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Hopefulness4
  • Pathos3

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Physical Comedy8
  • Cringe Humor7

World

Everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition5

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About

She's having the time of his life.

When a mild-mannered businessman learns his identity has been stolen, he hits the road in an attempt to foil the thief -- a trip that puts him in the path of a deceptively harmless-looking woman.
Road Trip ComedyIdentity Theft PlotOdd Couple DynamicsSlapstick HumorCrime ComedyFast-PacedAdult ComedyChasing ThrillsChaotic Fun

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Identity Thief

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Where can I stream Identity Thief legally?

Identity Thief is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Starz, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Identity Thief worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.7, Rotten Tomatoes 20%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Identity Thief rated?

RStrong languageSexual content

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and sexual content.

How long is Identity Thief?

1 h 51 min

Identity Thief runs 1 h 51 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Identity Thief?

Critics48
Audiences53

Yes. Critics average 48 and audiences 53 out of 100, so both groups see Identity Thief much the same way.

Was Identity Thief a box office hit?

Budget$35 million
Box office$174 million

Yes. It cost about $35 million to make and earned $174 million worldwide, 5.0 times its budget.

What language is Identity Thief in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Identity Thief?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Identity Thief in 135 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Identity Thief use?

Schmuck BaitShame If Something HappenedJerkassMight as Well Not Be in Prison at AllPsycho for HireFan DisserviceName AmnesiaSir Not-Appearing-in-This-TrailerVomit Indiscretion ShotOne-Steve LimitChekhov's SkillDeadpan Snarkerand 26 more

TV Tropes lists 38 storytelling tropes for Identity Thief, including Schmuck Bait, Shame If Something Happened, Jerkass.

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