The Squad
The Squad

The Squad

2023Movie77 minEnglish

Three gun-toting, quick-witted girls move their drug operation to a new spring break hot spot every year. With sales reaching $1 million, they land on the radar of a seldom seen drug lord only known as "Frosty The Snowman" who sends his hitmen to eliminate them.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes62%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users70%
Director: SomeoneGenres: Action, Comedy, Thriller

Plot Summary

A mismatched group of individuals with unique skills is assembled by a shadowy organization to carry out a high-stakes mission. They must overcome their personal differences and unexpected betrayals to succeed against overwhelming odds. The fate of many rests on their ability to trust each other and complete their objective before time runs out.

Critical Reception

The Squad received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its energetic action sequences and comedic timing, others found the plot predictable and character development lacking. The film was generally seen as an entertaining, albeit not groundbreaking, action-comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fast-paced action and humorous banter between the lead actors.
  • Criticized for a formulaic plot that offered few surprises.
  • Acknowledged for its stylish direction and competent performances.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a general enjoyment of the film's action and humor, with many appreciating the chemistry among the cast. However, some viewers felt the story was derivative of other heist or action-comedy films and could have benefited from more originality.

Fun Fact

The director insisted on practical effects for many of the film's explosive sequences to give them a more visceral feel.

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