Hot Tub Time Machine
6.4
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Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Nostalgic and hopeful
- Nostalgia9
- Hopefulness7
- Catharsis5
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy7
- Absurdist Humor7
World
History and pop culture
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Centrality8
- Music Composition7
- Cinematography6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Hot Tub Time Machine is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia9Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and slapstick
Expect plenty of situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory and pop culture
Its world is built around history and pop culture.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Pop Culture8References and cultural commentary.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative6Time-shifts and structure play.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference9Allusions to other works.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Centrality8The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Forget the present. Change the future. Kick some past.
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Questions about Hot Tub Time Machine
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Hot Tub Time Machine worth watching?
Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 64%, and Metacritic 63). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Hot Tub Time Machine rated?
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language, sexual content, and drug use.
How long is Hot Tub Time Machine?
1 h 41 min
Hot Tub Time Machine runs 1 h 41 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Hot Tub Time Machine?
Yes. Critics average 64 and audiences 61 out of 100, so both groups see Hot Tub Time Machine much the same way.
Was Hot Tub Time Machine a box office hit?
Roughly broke even. It cost about $36 million to make and earned $65 million worldwide, 1.8 times its budget.
What language is Hot Tub Time Machine in?
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Hot Tub Time Machine?
+90GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Hot Tub Time Machine in 104 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Hot Tub Time Machine use?
TV Tropes lists 114 storytelling tropes for Hot Tub Time Machine, including Foreshadowing, Calling the Old Man Out, Cluster F-Bomb.