The Outcasts
The Outcasts

The Outcasts

2017Movie95 minEnglish

After falling victim to a humiliating prank by the high school Queen Bee, best friends and world-class geeks, Mindy and Jodi, decide to get their revenge by uniting the outcasts of the school against her and her circle of friends.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes36%
Metacritic48/100
Google Users68%
Director: Peter HutchingsGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Ferdinand is a neurotic, agoraphobic young man who inherited his father's psychiatric practice and home. He lives in isolation until a group of misfit psychiatric patients are released into his care. Led by the eccentric Brenda, they are determined to help Ferdinand overcome his fears and reconnect with the outside world.

Critical Reception

The Outcasts received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its humor and plot predictable and uninspired. While some appreciated the attempt at a quirky ensemble comedy, the film struggled to find a consistent tone and deliver genuinely fresh insights.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a quirky, ensemble comedy but often falls flat with predictable gags.
  • Aiden Gillen's performance is a highlight, but it's not enough to elevate the material.
  • The humor is occasionally sharp but too often relies on familiar tropes.
  • Lacks the depth and originality to stand out among similar films.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Outcasts' was generally lukewarm. While some viewers found it charming and enjoyed the unique premise of misfit patients helping their agoraphobic doctor, others felt it was a forgettable comedy that didn't live up to its potential.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around the city of Edinburgh, Scotland.

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Kamurai

Kamurai

Pretty good watch, would watch again, and can recommend. This is really you're basic "coming of age", "high school clique war" movie. What makes it stand out is the cast. I just happen to recognize them from several different things, b...