Added to Tubi on Friday, May 3, 2024 The Benchwarmers is a sports-comedy film about three friends who try to make up for their lackluster athletic childhoods by forming a three-man baseball team to compete against actual Little League squads. The movie combines slapstick humor with a feel-good, underdog theme, focusing on the trio’s clumsy and humorous attempts to gain respect and self-confidence through baseball, even as adults. The narrative is light-hearted, aiming for laughs over realism, with a mix of crude humor and moments of heartfelt sentiment.
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Length: 1h 25m
Genre: Comedy, Sports
This Title is: Humorous, Light-Hearted
Cast
Rob Schneider, David Spade, Jon Heder, Jon Lovitz, Molly Sims
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: PG-13 – Contains crude humor, some language, and thematic elements
Trivia
- The film was directed by Dennis Dugan and produced by Adam Sandler’s company, Happy Madison Productions.
- It features cameos from several athletes, including baseball legend Reggie Jackson.
- A sequel, “Benchwarmers 2: Breaking Balls,” was released in 2019 with Jon Lovitz reprising his role.
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“The Benchwarmers” balances its crude humor with a charming underdog story. While it won’t win awards for subtlety or depth, the film delivers a good number of laughs and light-hearted entertainment, making it a fun watch for those who appreciate its humor style. The cast’s comedic timing and the ridiculous premise make for an enjoyable escape, especially for fans of sports comedies.”
