Bubba Ho-tep

Name: Bubba Ho-tep
Genre: Comedy, Horror, Thriller, Mystery, Fantasy
Released: 2002-06-09
Duration: 1 h 32 min
Cast: Bruce Campbell, Ossie Davis, Ella Joyce, Heidi Marnhout, Bob Ivy

2002·Movie

·1h 32min·R·

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Funny.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Scare6
Tension5
Fast Pace5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Pathos6
Nostalgia6
Wonder6

Humor

Some absurdist humor and dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Absurdist Humor7
Dark Humor7
Situational Comedy6

World

Fantasy, a real life story, and faith and meaning

Novelty8
World Immersion7
Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout performances

Acting8
Direction7
Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

Editing7
Visual Stylization7
Cinematography6

Energy

Medium

Calm and low-key

Bubba Ho-tep is calm and low-intensity.

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Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.

Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.

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Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

Medium

Emotionally reserved

It keeps its emotions at a distance.

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Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.

Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.

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Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.

Humor

High

Some absurdist humor and dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect some absurdist humor and dark humor.

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All humor traits

Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.

Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

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Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.

Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.

World

Medium

Fantasy, a real life story, and faith and meaning

Its world is built around fantasy, a real life story, and faith and meaning.

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All world traits

Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.

Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.

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Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Biographical7Lives of notable figures.

Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.

Craft

Medium

Standout performances

The performances stand out.

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All craft traits

Acting8Performance craft and presence.
Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.

Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.

Related traits

Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.

Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.

Related traits

Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.

Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.

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About

The King vs. The King of the Dead.

Bubba Ho-tep tells the "true" story of what really became of Elvis Presley. We find Elvis as an elderly resident in an East Texas rest home, who switched identities with an Elvis impersonator years before his "death," then missed his chance to switch back. He must team up with JFK and fight an ancient Egyptian mummy for the souls of their fellow residents.

Cult Horror ComedyBizarre PremiseSatiricalMeta-NarrativeGrotesque ImageryCamp AestheticsUndeadAgingConspiracy TheoryElvis Presley

Actors

Bruce Campbell

Elvis Presley / Sebastian Haff

Ossie Davis

John F. "Jack" Kennedy

Ella Joyce

The Nurse

Heidi Marnhout

Callie Thomas

Bob Ivy

Bubba Ho-tep

Larry Pennell

Kemosabe

Reggie Bannister

Rest Home Administrator

Daniel Roebuck

Hearse Driver

Harrison Young

Elvis' Roommate

Cean Okada

Attending Nurse

Chuck Williams

Elvis' Boy

Timothy E. Goodwin

Elvis' Boy

Crew

Directed by:

Don Coscarelli, Kathy McHugh, Rosa Gonzalez

Written by:

Don Coscarelli, Joe R. Lansdale

Produced by:

Don Coscarelli, Jeffrey M. Paal, Dac Coscarelli

Composed by:

Brian Tyler, Trevor Sperry, Paul Ratajczak

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Bubba Ho-tep legally?

Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads

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Bubba Ho-tep is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Pluto TV, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Bubba Ho-tep worth watching?

GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 78%, and Metacritic 57). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Bubba Ho-tep rated?

RDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is Bubba Ho-tep?

1 h 32 min

Bubba Ho-tep runs 1 h 32 min.

Is Bubba Ho-tep based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Bubba Ho-tep?

Critics68

Audiences74

Yes. Critics average 68 and audiences 74 out of 100, so both groups see Bubba Ho-tep much the same way.

Was Bubba Ho-tep a box office hit?

Budget$1 million

Box office$1 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $1 million to make and earned $1 million worldwide, 1.2 times its budget.

What language is Bubba Ho-tep in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Bubba Ho-tep?

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bubba Ho-tep in 11 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Bubba Ho-tep use?

Doppelgänger CrossoverUnseen EvilGun TwirlingDo Not Go GentleWho Shot JFK?Ambiguous SituationOnly Known by Their NicknameMy Greatest FailureDeath Faked for YouThe Loins Sleep TonightAdapted OutElvis Impersonatorand 47 more

TV Tropes lists 59 storytelling tropes for Bubba Ho-tep, including Doppelgänger Crossover, Unseen Evil, Gun Twirling.

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Questions about Bubba Ho-tep

Where can I stream Bubba Ho-tep legally?

Is Bubba Ho-tep worth watching?

What is Bubba Ho-tep rated?

How long is Bubba Ho-tep?

Is Bubba Ho-tep based on a true story?

Do critics and audiences agree on Bubba Ho-tep?

Was Bubba Ho-tep a box office hit?

What language is Bubba Ho-tep in?

In how many countries can I watch Bubba Ho-tep?

What tropes does Bubba Ho-tep use?

Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Overall

Eccentricity

Surrealism

Novelty

Dark Humor

Camp & Irony

Acting

Spiritual

Absurdist Humor