Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo
Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo

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Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo

1999
Movie
88 min
English

Deuce Bigalow is a less than attractive, down on his luck aquarium cleaner. One day he wrecks the house of a gigolo and needs quick money to repair it. The only way he can make it is to become a gigolo himself, taking on an unusual mix of female clients. He encounters a couple of problems, though. He falls in love with one of his unusual clients, and a sleazy police officer is hot on his trail.

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IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes22%
Metacritic20/100
Google Users65%
Director: Mike MitchellGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A lonely aquarium cleaner, Deuce Bigalow, is tasked with looking after the apartment of a male gigolo. To make ends meet and impress a woman, Deuce decides to moonlight as a gigolo himself, posing as 'T.J. Hicks'. He navigates a series of awkward and hilarious encounters with various female clients, all while trying to keep his true identity a secret and avoid getting caught by the police.

Critical Reception

Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo was met with largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its crude humor and lack of originality. However, the film found a surprisingly strong audience, resonating with viewers who appreciated its outlandish premise and Rob Schneider's committed performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its low-brow humor and predictable plot.

  • Some viewers found Rob Schneider's performance and the film's absurd scenarios amusing.

  • Generally considered a forgettable comedy by professional reviewers.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed but leaning positive reception, with many finding the film's silliness and Rob Schneider's comedic timing enjoyable, despite acknowledging its flaws. It's often seen as a guilty pleasure or a fun, mindless comedy.

Fun Fact

Rob Schneider was inspired to write the film after a conversation with a friend about the realities of being a male prostitute.

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2 reviews
Andre Gonzales

Andre Gonzales

I love this movie. When it first came out I never seen anything like it. It's so hilarious. The worst gigolo ever!

Kamurai

Kamurai

Decent watch at very best, probably won't watch again, and can't recommend. I actually like Rob Schneider a bit, and the guy can certainly act, but it's like he got he's talent from a Monkey's Paw, there is usually some draw back. In th...