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Tag: Stephen Merchant

Jojo Rabbit (2019)

Title: Jojo Rabbit
Rating: PG-13
Directed by: Taika Waititi
Written by: Taika Waititi
Based on the novel by: Christine Leunens
Starring: Roman Griffin Davis, Thomasin McKenzie, Taika Waititi, Rebel Wilson, Stephen Merchant, Alfie Allen, Sam Rockwell, and Scarlett Johansson
Release Date: 10/18/2019
Running Time: 108 minutes

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What did you think of this film?
A World War II satire that follows a lonely German boy (Roman Griffin Davis as Jojo) whose world view is turned upside down when he discovers his single mother (Scarlett Johansson) is hiding a young Jewish girl (Thomasin McKenzie) in their attic. Aided only by his idiotic imaginary friend, Adolf Hitler (Taika Waititi), Jojo must confront his blind nationalism.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Special thanks to Gabe for this submission


Fighting with My Family (2019)*

Title: Fighting with My Family
Rating: PG-13
Directed by: Stephen Merchant
Written by: Stephen Merchant
Starring: Florence Pugh, Lena Headey, Nick Frost, Jack Lowden, Vince Vaughn, and Dwayne Johnson
Release Date: 2/14/2019
Running Time: 108 minutes

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What did you think of this film?
Born into a tight-knit wrestling family, Paige and her brother Zak are ecstatic when they get the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to try out for WWE. But when only Paige earns a spot in the competitive training program, she must leave her family and face this new, cut-throat world alone. Paige’s journey pushes her to dig deep, fight for her family, and ultimately prove to the world that what makes her different is the very thing that can make her a star.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? Yes

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Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

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Special thanks to Robert for this submission


Girl in the Spider’s Web, The (2018)

Title: The Girl in the Spider’s Web
Rating: R
Directed by: Fede Alvarez
Written by: Jay Basu, Fede Alvarez, and Steven Knight
Based on the book by: David Lagercrantz
Starring: Claire Foy, Sverrir Gudnason, Lakeith Stanfield, Sylvia Hoeks, Stephen Merchant, Claes Bang, Christopher Convery, Vicki Krieps, Cameron Britton, and Synnøve Macody Lund
Release Date: 11/9/2018
Running Time: 117 minutes

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What did you think of this film?
Young computer hacker Lisbeth Salander and journalist Mikael Blomkvist find themselves caught in a web of spies, cybercriminals and corrupt government officials.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Memoriam: In memory of Thilo Ewers

Special thanks to Saran for this submission


Sherlock Gnomes (2018)*

Title: Sherlock Gnomes
Rating: PG
Directed by: John Stevenson
Written by: Ben Zazove, Andy Riley, Kevin Cecil, Emily Cook, and Kathy Greenberg
Starring: James McAvoy, Emily Blunt, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Maggie Smith, Michael Caine, Ashley Jensen, Matt Lucas, Stephen Merchant, Mary J. Blige, and Johnny Depp
Release Date: 3/23/2018
Running Time: 86 minutes

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What did you think of this film?
The beloved garden gnomes from GNOMEO AND JULIET are back for a whole new adventure in London. When Gnomeo and Juliet first arrive in the city with their friends and family, their biggest concern is getting their new garden ready for spring. However, they soon discover that someone is kidnapping garden gnomes all over London. When Gnomeo and Juliet return home to find that everyone in their garden is missing – there’s only one gnome to call… SHERLOCK GNOMES. The famous detective and sworn protector of London’s garden gnomes arrives with his sidekick Watson to investigate the case. The mystery will lead our gnomes on a rollicking adventure where they will meet all new ornaments and explore an undiscovered side of the city.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? Yes

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Special thanks to Cameron for this submission


Table 19 (2017)

Title: Table 19
Rating: PG-13
Directed by: Jeffrey Blitz
Written by: Jay Duplass and Mark Duplass
Starring: Anna Kendrick, Lisa Kudrow, Craig Robinson, June Squibb, Stephen Merchant and Tony Revolori
Release Date: 3/3/2017
Running Time: 87 minutes

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What did you think of this film?
Ex-maid of honor Eloise, having been relieved of her duties after being unceremoniously dumped by the best man via text, decides to attend the wedding anyway only to find herself seated with 5 “random” guests at the dreaded Table 19.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No


Logan (2017)

Title: Logan
Rating: R
Directed by: James Mangold
Written by: Scott Frank, James Mangold and Michael Green
Starring: Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Stephen Merchant, Richard E. Grant and Dafne Keen
Release Date: 3/3/2017
Running Time: 137 minutes

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What did you think of this film?
It’s 2029. Mutants are gone—or very nearly so. An isolated, despondent Logan is drinking his days away in a hideout on a remote stretch of the Mexican border, picking up petty cash as a driver for hire. His companions in exile are the outcast Caliban and an ailing Professor X, whose singular mind is plagued by worsening seizures. But Logan’s attempts to hide from the world and his legacy abruptly end when a mysterious woman appears with an urgent request—that Logan shepherd an extraordinary young girl to safety. Soon, the claws come out as Logan must face off against dark forces and a villain from his own past on a live-or-die mission, one that will set the time-worn warrior on a path toward fulfilling his destiny.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Note: Be sure to be early for this film. There is a special teaser trailer before the film. Watch it here:
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Special thanks to Wouter, Elwin and Melissa for verifying this information

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Title: Logan
Release Date: 3/3/2017
Rating: R
Running Time: 137 minutes

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SYNOPSIS

Cast: Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Stephen Merchant, Richard E. Grant and Dafne Keen
Directed by: James Mangold
Screenplay by: Michael Green, Scott Frank and James Mangold
Story by: David James Kelly and James Mangold
Produced by: Simon Kinberg, Hutch Parker and Lauren Shuler Donner

It’s 2029. Mutants are gone—or very nearly so. An isolated, despondent Logan is drinking his days away in a hideout on a remote stretch of the Mexican border, picking up petty cash as a driver for hire. His companions in exile are the outcast Caliban and an ailing Professor X, whose singular mind is plagued by worsening seizures. But Logan’s attempts to hide from the world and his legacy abruptly end when a mysterious woman appears with an urgent request—that Logan shepherd an extraordinary young girl to safety. Soon, the claws come out as Logan must face off against dark forces and a villain from his own past on a live-or-die mission, one that will set the time-worn warrior on a path toward fulfilling his destiny.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Note: Be sure to be early for this film. There is a special teaser trailer before the film.

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Special thanks to Wouter, Elwin and Melissa for verifying this information

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Misery Loves Comedy (2015)

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Title: Misery Loves Comedy
Rating: NR
Director: Kevin Pollak
Writer: Kevin Pollak and John Vorhaus
Stars: Amy Schumer, James L. Brooks, Judd Apatow, Freddie Prinze Jr., Kevin Smith, Jon Favreau, Matthew Perry, Bobby Cannavale, Jimmy Fallon, Stephen Merchant, Janeane Garofalo, Christopher Guest, Martin Short, Kumail Nanjiani, Jason Alexander and Whoopi Goldberg
Release Date: 4/14/2015
Running Time: 94 minutes

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Over fifty very famous American and Canadian funny people (filmmakers, writers, actors and comedians) share life and professional journeys and insights, in an effort to shed light on the thesis: Do you have to be miserable to be funny?


What did you think of this film?

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Dedication: Dedicated in loving memory and gratitude to Robin Williams.


Movie 43 (2013)*

TITLE: Movie 43

RELEASE DATE: 1/25/2013

RATING: R

A series of interconnected short films follows three kids as they search the depths of the Internet to find the most banned movie in the world.

What did you think of this film?


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NOTE: The filmmakers wish to extend their personal thanks to the following for their contributions and support to the making of this movie: … Anyone who has ever had a dirty thought! Dedicated to Deputy Star Berle.


Portal 2 (2011)*

TITLE: Portal 2

RELEASE DATE: 4/19/2011

RATING: RP

What did you think of this film?


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During Credits? Yes

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After Credits? Yes

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