The 6th Man
The 6th Man

The 6th Man

1997Movie107 minEnglish

A college athlete returns from the dead to help his brother's basketball team win the NCAA title.

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes37%
Google Users69%
Director: Randall BabbingtonGenres: Comedy, Sport

Plot Summary

When a star college basketball player dies suddenly, his ghost possesses his best friend, giving him supernatural abilities on the court. The team begins to win, but the possessed player struggles to control his new powers and maintain his identity. This leads to a series of hilarious and chaotic events as they try to win the championship while keeping the secret of the "6th man."

Critical Reception

The 6th Man was met with mixed reviews from critics, who generally found the premise amusing but the execution to be uneven. Audiences, however, seemed to enjoy the comedic elements and basketball action, making it a moderate success.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film offers a unique blend of sports comedy and supernatural elements.
  • Marlon Wayans' performance is highlighted as a comedic strong point.
  • Some critics found the plot predictable and the humor occasionally falls flat.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the movie's humor and the basketball sequences, finding it an entertaining if somewhat silly comedy. Some viewers pointed out that the plot could be predictable, but the overall consensus is positive for a lighthearted watch.

Fun Fact

The film was Marlon Wayans' first leading role in a major studio film.

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