Added to Netflix on Sunday, Apr 14, 2024 Andre Allen, a successful comedian turned film star, grapples with his comedic identity while engaged to a reality TV star. As he participates in a revealing interview with journalist Chelsea Brown, he confronts his past and his future in the industry, prompting a candid exploration of fame, relationships, and personal growth.
You can watch “Top Five” on Netflix in Canada.
Length: 1h 42m
Genre: Comedy, Drama
This Title is: Reflective, Humorous
Cast
Chris Rock, Rosario Dawson, Gabrielle Union, Kevin Hart, J.B. Smoove
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R – Language, sexual content, a brief drug use
Trivia
- The film premiered at the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival.
- Paramount Pictures won the distribution rights for $12.5 million after a heated bidding war.
- The fictional film within Top Five, “Boo! A Madea Halloween,” inspired an actual movie by Tyler Perry.
Trailer
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In “Top Five,” Chris Rock combines a sharply witty script with a poignant look at the struggles of personal and professional reinvention. The ensemble cast delivers standout performances, particularly Rock and Dawson, anchoring a narrative that deftly blends comedy with deeper thematic elements. The film’s raw and unfiltered humor, coupled with its insightful examination of fame and authenticity, makes it a standout comedy that resonates with audiences looking for both laughs and substance.
