Dick Ryder: Stuntman Extraordinaire
Dick Ryder: Stuntman Extraordinaire

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Dick Ryder: Stuntman Extraordinaire

Movie
5 min
English

When a group of teenagers try to film a documentary in hopes of landing top prize at their local film festival, they come across an aspiring, but also incompetent, stuntman who goes by the name Dick Ryder. They cover a day in the life of the loner seeking thrills.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes62%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Johnathan ChaseGenres: Action, Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Dick Ryder, a fearless but accident-prone stuntman, dreams of making it big in Hollywood. Despite a string of comical mishaps and near-disasters on set, he perseveres, driven by his passion for performing death-defying feats. As he navigates the treacherous world of movie stunts, he must also deal with a jealous rival and a burgeoning romance, all while trying to survive his next big job.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its energetic action sequences and lead performance, while some found the plot to be somewhat predictable. Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its lighthearted tone and impressive stunts.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thrilling and creative stunt work.

  • The humor lands effectively, providing a good balance to the action.

  • Some felt the storyline lacked originality, relying heavily on familiar tropes.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's high-octane stunts and found the comedic elements entertaining. Some viewers noted that while enjoyable, the plot was straightforward and didn't offer many surprises.

Fun Fact

The iconic 'car jump through the billboard' scene was performed by Dick Ryder himself, using a specially modified vehicle and a hidden ramp system.

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