Meeting the in-laws has never been this dangerous.|Jul. 07, 2023|USA|95 Min.|R
Genre: Action;Comedy;Romance
Description: “The Out-Laws” is a 2023 American action-comedy film directed by Tyler Spindel, with a screenplay by Evan Turner and Ben Zazove. Produced by Adam Sandler, Adam DeVine, and Allen Covert, the movie features a star-studded cast including DeVine, Nina Dobrev, Ellen Barkin, and Pierce Brosnan. The story revolves around Owen Browning, a bank manager preparing for his wedding. During his wedding week, his bank is robbed by a notorious duo known as the “Ghost Bandits.” Suspicious clues lead Owen to believe that the robbers might actually be his future in-laws, who have just arrived in town.
Originally released on Netflix on July 7, 2023, the film blends humor and action as Owen navigates the chaos of his wedding plans while unraveling the mystery of the robbery. The production began with Pierce Brosnan and Adam DeVine being cast in July 2021, followed by the addition of other notable actors like Ellen Barkin and Nina Dobrev in October 2021. Filming took place in Atlanta, Georgia, from October to December 2021.
While family comedies about meeting in-laws, such as “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” and “Crazy Rich Asians,” have set a high standard with their charm and wit, “The Out-Laws” attempts to revive the classic comedy genre. Despite its moments of humor and star power, the film struggles with predictable tropes and conventional storytelling, making it fall short of standing out in the genre. Clocking in at 90 minutes, the movie offers laughs but lacks the depth and originality needed to make a lasting impression.”
Cast director: Tyler Spindel
Cast actor: Pierce Brosnan, Adam DeVine, Nina Dobrev, Ellen Barkin, Lauren Lapkus, Poorna Jagannathan, Julie Hagerty, Lil Rel Howery, Blake Anderson, Michael Rooker
Original name: The Out-Laws