Major Payne
Major Payne

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Major Payne

1995
Movie
95 min
English

Major Benson Winifred Payne is being discharged from the Marines. Payne is a killin' machine, but the wars of the world are no longer fought on the battlefield. A career Marine, he has no idea what to do as a civilian, so his commander finds him a job - commanding officer of a local school's JROTC program, a bunch of ragtag losers with no hope.

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IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Metacritic32/100
Google Users72%
Director: Nick CastleGenres: Comedy, War

Plot Summary

A decorated but unstable Marine sniper, Major Payne, is dishonorably discharged after a mission goes awry. He is then assigned to the Civilian Military Training Corps (CMTC) to train a group of misfit cadets. Initially clashing with the unruly teenagers, Payne eventually earns their respect through his unconventional and often brutal methods, leading them to face challenges with newfound discipline and teamwork.

Critical Reception

Major Payne received mixed reviews from critics, with many finding its humor to be juvenile and predictable. However, the film was a moderate box office success and has since gained a cult following, particularly for Damon Wayans' energetic performance and its over-the-top comedic antics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Damon Wayans' comedic performance.

  • Criticized for its predictable plot and slapstick humor.

  • Considered a guilty pleasure by some audiences.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the movie to be funny and entertaining, particularly enjoying Damon Wayans' performance. Some viewers felt the humor was a bit childish but still found it to be a worthwhile comedy.

Fun Fact

The character of Major Payne was originally conceived for Martin Lawrence, who ultimately passed on the role.

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Andre Gonzales

Andre Gonzales

Awesome awesome movie! One of my favorites growing up. Damon Waynes is a hard ass to some teens training them for the military games. One of the funniest movies I've ever seen.

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