The Internship
The Internship

The Internship

2013Movie119 minEnglish

Two recently laid-off men in their 40s try to make it as interns at a successful Internet company where their managers are in their 20s.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes47%
Metacritic53
Google Users73%
Director: Shawn LevyGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Two longtime friends and salesmen, Billy McMahon and Nick Campbell, find their careers unexpectedly derailed when their company goes bankrupt. Determined to prove they're not obsolete, they improbably land coveted internship spots at Google. Facing off against a group of younger, tech-savvy candidates, Billy and Nick must navigate the fast-paced, competitive world of Silicon Valley while learning to work together and adapt to a new generation.

Critical Reception

The Internship received mixed reviews from critics, with many finding its premise appealing but criticizing its predictable plot and reliance on outdated comedic tropes. Audiences were generally more receptive, appreciating the chemistry between the lead actors and the generally lighthearted and optimistic tone. However, some found the product placement and the portrayal of Google to be overly promotional.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the chemistry between Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson.
  • Criticized for a predictable plot and reliance on generic humor.
  • Seen as a somewhat thinly veiled advertisement for Google.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'The Internship' to be a fun and lighthearted comedy, appreciating the performances of Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson and the heartwarming message about teamwork and pursuing dreams. Some viewers felt the movie was a bit too simplistic and overly promotional towards Google.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location at the Google headquarters in Mountain View, California, with many scenes filmed in actual Google offices and utilizing real Google employees as extras.

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kaitlin_a_6

**Very Well done!** A Great film to show to your super old boss who doesn't understand or refuses to comprehend the impact the internet has on trying to run a successful business these days. **Hilarious** movie! Awesomely **Positive** movie...