The Con Is On
The Con Is On

The Con Is On

2018Movie95 minEnglish

In an effort to avoid paying off a massive gambling debt to a notorious mobster in England, a couple flees to Los Angeles and hatch a jewel theft plot.

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IMDb5.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes27%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users45%
Director: Maggie CareyGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A struggling Hollywood actress concocts a plan to steal her producer's prized diamond necklace to pay off her gambling debts. She enlists her equally desperate best friend and a charming, but unreliable, small-time actor to help her pull off the heist. Their elaborate scheme quickly spirals out of control, leading to a series of chaotic and comedic misadventures.

Critical Reception

The film received largely negative reviews from critics, who found its plot convoluted and its humor forced. While the performances of the lead actors were sometimes cited as a minor positive, the overall consensus was that the movie failed to deliver a satisfying comedic or crime-thriller experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a weak and nonsensical plot that undermines its comedic aspirations.
  • Performances are uneven, with some actors failing to elevate the material.
  • Lacks genuine laughs and fails to build tension in its crime elements.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a predictable and unfunny comedy, with many criticizing the convoluted storyline and lack of engaging characters. Some viewers appreciated the attempts at humor and the cast, but the majority felt it was a forgettable movie.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Brits Are Coming' before being changed to 'The Con Is On' for its release.

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