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Newly elected Congressman Evan Baxter is given a divine mission by God himself to build an ark. Initially reluctant and confused, Evan finds himself compelled to obey, even as his family and career are impacted by the bizarre task. He must choose between his ambition and his faith as he grapples with his new purpose.

Evan Almighty received mixed reviews from critics, with many finding its humor predictable and its message heavy-handed. Audience reception was somewhat more positive, particularly among families, though it didn't achieve the same level of success as its predecessor, 'Bruce Almighty'.

• While Steve Carell's comedic performance is often praised, the film relies too heavily on slapstick and a preachy moralizing tone.

• The film's premise, while intended to be humorous, often falls flat due to a lack of originality and predictable plot developments.

• Families may find some enjoyment in the film's earnest message and lighthearted moments, but critics found it largely uninspired.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a decent family-friendly comedy with a positive message, though many noted that it was not as funny or original as other movies in the genre or its predecessor.

The construction of the ark set for the movie was a massive undertaking, requiring hundreds of workers and using an estimated 190,000 board feet of lumber, making it the largest set piece ever built by Universal Pictures at the time.