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A newly elected congressman, Evan Baxter, is given the opportunity to be God's newest "Noah." He's tasked with building an ark and gathering pairs of animals before a great flood is unleashed upon the world. As Evan attempts to fulfill this divine, and increasingly difficult, mission, he struggles with his personal life, his career aspirations, and the absurdity of his situation.

Evan Almighty received largely negative reviews from critics, who found its humor predictable and its message heavy-handed. Audiences were somewhat more receptive, appreciating Steve Carell's comedic performance and the family-friendly nature of the film, though many felt it did not live up to the original "Bruce Almighty."

• Relies heavily on slapstick and sight gags.

• Steve Carell's earnest performance is a highlight.

• The film's moralistic undertones are often unsubtle.

Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be a decent family comedy, with many appreciating Steve Carell's efforts to carry the film. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the humor was weak and the plot overly simplistic and preachy.

The film featured over 150 live animals on set, including approximately 600 chickens, 200 ducks, 100 geese, 100 goats, 100 sheep, 50 cows, 50 horses, 20 giraffes, 16 elephants, and 2 rhinos.