Added to Prime Video on Thursday, Mar 7, 2024 When three childhood best friends concoct a lie involving a fictional character named Ricky Stanicky to avoid trouble from a prank gone awry, they find themselves relying on this imaginary scapegoat for two decades. As they continue to use Stanicky as an alibi for their irresponsible actions, their families grow suspicious and demand to meet him, prompting the trio to hire a down-and-out actor to embody their fabricated friend, leading to unexpected complications and comedic situations.
Length: 1h 54m
Genre: Comedy
This Title is: A humorous exploration of friendship, accountability, and the lengths to which people will go to avoid the consequences of their actions.
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Trailer
Cast
- Zac Efron as Dean
- John Cena as ‘Rock Hard’ Rod / Ricky Stanicky
- Andrew Santino as JT
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R
Substance use, alcohol use, smoking, foul language, sexual content
Trivia
- The movie was initially connected to Jim Carrey before moving forward with Zac Efron and John Cena in leading roles.
- Filming took place in Melbourne, Australia, which doubled for Providence, Rhode Island.
- Released by Amazon MGM Studios through its streaming service Prime Video on March 7, 2024.
Our Review
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“Ricky Stanicky” delivers a mixed bag of laughter and predictable plotlines. The ensemble cast brings a dynamic performance, particularly the chemistry between Zac Efron, John Cena, and Andrew Santino, elevating the comedy. However, some critics felt the movie relied too heavily on formulaic jokes. Despite this, it’s a fun watch that explores themes of friendship and the absurd lengths people go to avoid responsibility, making it a decent pick for a light-hearted movie night.
Critic Scores
Ricky Stanicky has received a mixed review by the critics
