Get Hard

A wealthy investment banker is wrongly convicted of a crime he didn't commit and sentenced to Sing Sing prison. Facing the harsh realities of incarceration, he hires a low-level businessman to teach him how to survive in prison. What follows is a series of increasingly absurd and comedic attempts to toughen up before his sentence begins.

Get Hard received mixed reviews from critics, who often praised the performances of Will Ferrell and Kevin Hart, but criticized the film's reliance on racial stereotypes and its predictable plot. Audiences were generally more receptive, appreciating the comedic chemistry between the leads.

• Will Ferrell and Kevin Hart's comedic talents are evident, but often undermined by the film's reliance on tired racial tropes and a formulaic plot.

• The premise offers potential for social commentary, but the execution leans heavily into predictable gags and offensive stereotypes.

• Despite its flaws, the chemistry between the two leads provides enough humorous moments to entertain some viewers.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film amusing, with many highlighting the comedic performances of Will Ferrell and Kevin Hart as the primary reason for their enjoyment. Some viewers felt the humor was occasionally crude but ultimately found the movie to be a fun, if forgettable, comedy.

The film's original title was 'Black Mallard', a reference to the prison slang for a wealthy white man who is a target for abuse.