The Day Shift
The Day Shift

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The Day Shift

2008
Movie
297 min
English

Sequel to The Night Shift.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes56%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users72%
Director: J. J. PerryGenres: Action, Comedy, Horror, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A hard-working blue-collar dad just wants to provide a decent life for his quick-witted daughter. His mundane San Fernando Valley pool cleaning job is actually a cover for his real source of income: hunting and killing vampires. The Vampire Hunters Union, which he owes dues to, has a strict policy that can make or break a hunter: they can't be seen by humans, or they're kicked out. He’s got a week to come up with the cash his family needs or they’ll lose their house, so he risks it all by joining a union hunting clique in the predatory vampire kingdom.

Critical Reception

Day Shift received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its creative action sequences and comedic performances, particularly from Jamie Foxx and Johnathan Majors. However, many critics found the plot to be formulaic and the world-building underdeveloped, leading to a generally lukewarm reception.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive action and energetic pacing.

  • Jamie Foxx and Johnathan Majors deliver charismatic and humorous performances.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and lack of depth in its lore.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed 'Day Shift' for its fun action, humor, and the chemistry between Jamie Foxx and Johnathan Majors. Some viewers found the story a bit thin, but most appreciated it as an entertaining ride with plenty of vampire-hunting spectacle.

Fun Fact

The film features extensive use of practical effects and wirework to create its dynamic fight sequences, with many of the stunts performed by the actors themselves.

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