Operation: Neighborhood Watch!
Operation: Neighborhood Watch!

Operation: Neighborhood Watch!

2015Movie91 minEnglish

When a new doctor moves in next door, the neighborhood kids make it their mission to ensure he is not a creepy guardian of a terrible neighbor-eating monster.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic48/100
Google Users62%
Director: Luke AshtonGenres: Comedy, Action

Plot Summary

A group of mismatched suburban neighbors, bored with their mundane lives, decide to form an unofficial neighborhood watch program. What starts as a lighthearted attempt to combat petty crime quickly spirals out of control, leading them into a dangerous conspiracy that's far bigger than they ever imagined. They must band together to save their community from a shadowy threat.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often cited a predictable plot and uneven humor. Audiences seemed to respond slightly better, appreciating the ensemble cast and the chaotic action sequences, though many found it to be a forgettable comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film boasts a talented cast, but struggles to find a consistent comedic tone.
  • Action sequences are energetic but often overshadowed by a formulaic storyline.
  • Ultimately, 'Operation: Neighborhood Watch!' is a forgettable action-comedy that doesn't quite deliver on its premise.

Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be a fun, if not groundbreaking, popcorn flick. Many appreciated the chemistry between the lead actors and the lighthearted, over-the-top action, though some felt the plot was too thin and the jokes didn't always land.

Fun Fact

The film's original script was a much darker thriller before being retooled into a comedy, with James Franco reportedly having significant input on the tonal shift.

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