Code Name: The Cleaner
Code Name: The Cleaner

Code Name: The Cleaner

2007Movie84 minEnglish

Cedric the Entertainer plays Jake, a seemingly regular guy who has no idea who he is after being hit over the head by mysterious assailants. When he finds himself entangled in a government conspiracy, Jake and his pursuers become convinced that he is an undercover agent.

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IMDb4.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes13%
Metacritic29/100
Google Users44%
Director: Les MayfieldGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A mysterious woman wakes up in a hotel room with amnesia and a large sum of money. She soon discovers she's a government agent targeted by her own agency and must fight her way out while piecing together her identity and the conspiracy surrounding her. With the help of a seemingly innocent janitor, she navigates a dangerous web of espionage and betrayal.

Critical Reception

Code Name: The Cleaner was poorly received by critics and audiences alike, widely panned for its nonsensical plot, weak humor, and uninspired action sequences. It failed to make a significant impact at the box office.

What Reviewers Say

  • Despite a promising premise, the film falters with a convoluted and illogical plot.
  • The attempts at humor are largely unsuccessful, falling flat for most viewers.
  • Action sequences are generic and lack originality, failing to engage the audience.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate disappointment with the film's predictable storyline and a lack of genuine comedic moments. Many found the plot confusing and the overall execution to be underwhelming.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a vehicle for actor Ryan Reynolds, who was later replaced by Cedric the Entertainer.

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