The Intern
The Intern

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The Intern

2025
Movie
11 min
English

Step into the shoes of an Intern working in the Rusty Lake Office as he prepares a special 10-year anniversary surprise in the form of a new free-to-play Rusty Lake adventure - The Mr Rabbit Magic Show!

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic53/100
Google Users76%
Director: Nancy MeyersGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A retired widower, Ben Whittaker, gets a chance to become a senior intern at an online fashion site. As he proves his worth, he forms an unlikely friendship with the company's founder, Jules Ostin. The film explores themes of age, ambition, and intergenerational connection.

Critical Reception

While the 2015 film starring De Niro and Hathaway received mixed reviews, this upcoming 2025 iteration is highly anticipated due to the director's previous successes with similar themes and star power. Early buzz suggests a heartwarming and charming comedy-drama.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the chemistry between De Niro and Hathaway.

  • Seen as a warm and lighthearted film with a feel-good message.

  • Criticized by some for a predictable plot and lack of significant depth.

Google audience: Audience members generally enjoyed the film's optimistic tone and the performances of the lead actors, finding it a pleasant and easy watch. Some viewers wished for more originality in the storytelling.

Awards & Accolades

None notable for the 2015 film. The 2025 film is highly anticipated.

Fun Fact

The initial 2015 film was partly inspired by the prevalence of older interns in Silicon Valley, though the story was adapted to a fashion startup.

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