We're the Millers
We're the Millers

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We're the Millers

2013
Movie
110 min
English

A veteran pot dealer creates a fake family as part of his plan to move a huge shipment of weed into the U.S. from Mexico.

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IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes48%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users74%
Director: Rawson Marshall ThurberGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A small-time drug dealer creates a fake family consisting of a stripper, a runaway, and a naive neighbor to smuggle drugs from Mexico into the United States. They pose as the 'Millers,' a seemingly average American family on a road trip to retrieve a large shipment of marijuana. However, their fabricated identities and the dangerous mission lead to a series of chaotic and often hilarious misadventures.

Critical Reception

We're the Millers received mixed to generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising the comedic performances, particularly from Jason Sudeikis and Jennifer Aniston, and the film's ability to deliver consistent laughs. However, some critics found the plot predictable and reliant on typical comedy tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • A generally amusing comedy driven by its lead actors' chemistry and comedic timing.

  • Relies heavily on slapstick and raunchy humor, which may not appeal to all viewers.

  • Despite a familiar premise, the film manages to generate consistent laughs throughout.

Google audience: Audience reviews are largely positive, with many viewers enjoying the film's humor and the performances of the main cast. The chemistry between Sudeikis and Aniston is often highlighted as a strong point, making for an entertaining and laugh-out-loud experience for those looking for a lighthearted comedy.

Fun Fact

During filming, Jennifer Aniston had to undergo extensive training to master pole dancing for her role as a stripper, even getting tips from a professional.

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Erin Taylor

Erin Taylor

Where do I start! This comedy had me rolling almost from start to finish... some highly questionable scenes, I wouldn't recommend it for families with young children, but older teens will find it amusing I am sure. Interesting Plot, likable...

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