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Modern Problems

1981·Movie
1h 29min·PG
IMDb5.0Metacritic275.3Rotten Tomatoes–31%

Where to watch

Prime

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Emotionally cool.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline5
  • Tension4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness5
  • Nostalgia5
  • Wonder4

Humor

Some slapstick and absurdist humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy7
  • Absurdist Humor6
  • Satire & Parody6

World

Everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty6
  • World Immersion5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting6
  • Direction5
  • Narrative Structure5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography5
  • Editing5
  • Visual Stylization5

Who it's for

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Chevy has the power to make this Christmas the funniest ever!

Jealous, harried air traffic controller Max Fielder, recently dumped by his girlfriend, comes into contact with nuclear waste and is granted the power of telekinesis, which he uses to not only win her back, but to gain a little revenge.
Telekinetic ComedyRevenge80s CultureAbsurdist HumorPhysical ComedyPop CultureRomantic Comedy

Crew

Directed by:
Ken Shapiro
Written by:
Tom Sherohman, Arthur Sellers, Ken Shapiro
Produced by:
Alan Greisman, Douglas Kenney
Composed by:
Dominic Frontiere

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Modern Problems

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Where can I stream Modern Problems legally?

Prime

Modern Problems is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video 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 Modern Problems worth watching?

37
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 5 and Metacritic 27). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Modern Problems rated?

PGStrong language

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Modern Problems?

1 h 29 min

Modern Problems runs 1 h 29 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Modern Problems?

Critics27
Audiences45

Not quite. Audiences rate Modern Problems higher (45) than critics (27). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Modern Problems a box office hit?

Budget$8 million
Box office$26 million

Yes. It cost about $8 million to make and earned $26 million worldwide, 3.3 times its budget.

What language is Modern Problems in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Modern Problems?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Modern Problems in 18 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Modern Problems use?

Immodest OrgasmImprovised CrossMind over MatterModesty BedsheetOrgasmatronPower Perversion PotentialRadiation-Induced SuperpowersToxic Waste Can Do AnythingX Days SinceWardrobe Malfunction

TV Tropes lists 10 storytelling tropes for Modern Problems, including Immodest Orgasm, Improvised Cross, Mind over Matter.