Comedian Bill Maher travels the globe exploring the nature of religion and its impact on society. He interviews believers and non-believers, religious leaders, and academics, often with his signature satirical and provocative style. The film questions the validity of religious claims and examines how faith has shaped history and continues to influence contemporary issues.

Religulous was met with mixed to positive reviews from critics, who generally praised Maher's humor and provocative questions but were divided on the film's effectiveness as a documentary. Audiences were also split, with many appreciating the satirical approach to religious dogma, while others found it overly critical or one-sided.

• Praised for its sharp wit and Bill Maher's fearless questioning of faith.
• Criticized by some for being overly biased and not offering a balanced perspective.
• Seen as an entertaining, albeit confrontational, exploration of religious belief.

Google audience: Google users largely approved of 'Religulous,' appreciating Bill Maher's comedic yet insightful look at religion and finding the film thought-provoking and entertaining. Some users felt it was too biased, but the majority found its critical stance on organized religion to be refreshing and well-argued.

The film's title is a portmanteau of 'religion' and 'ridiculous'.