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Central Intelligence

2016·Movie
1h 47min·PG-13
62
DecentGoodWatch score

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A , comedy: but never gory.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Saving the world takes a little Hart and a big Johnson.

Calvin Joyner, a mild-mannered accountant whose high school glory days are long behind him, reconnects with an awkward pal from high school through Facebook. After meeting up, Calvin’s mundane life takes an unexpectedly thrilling turn when he's thrust into the world of international espionage.
Buddy Action ComedyStar Power ChemistryLighthearted EspionagePhysical Humor ShowcaseAccessible Family FunPredictable but EntertainingHigh School Nostalgia TwistLow-Stakes Thrills

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Where can I stream Central Intelligence?

In the United States, Central Intelligence streams on HBO Max and YouTube TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. It also streams in 56 other countries.

Is Central Intelligence worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 71%, and Metacritic 52).

Is Central Intelligence okay for kids?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will Central Intelligence make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly slapstick (9 of 10) and situational comedy (8 of 10).

Can I half-watch Central Intelligence?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Was Central Intelligence a box office hit?

Budget$50 million
Box office$217 million

Yes: it cost about $50 million to make and earned $217 million worldwide, 4.3 times its budget.

What tropes does Central Intelligence use?

Ice QueenNo Name GivenRed HerringHero AntagonistTitle DropManic Pixie Dream GuyMythical MotifsPaper-Thin DisguiseFake DefectorImprobable Aiming SkillsCreative Closing CreditsAction Survivorand 57 more

TV Tropes lists 69 tropes for it, including Ice Queen, No Name Given, and Red Herring.