The Adam Project
The Adam Project

The Adam Project

2022Movie104 minEnglish

After accidentally crash-landing in 2022, time-traveling fighter pilot Adam Reed teams up with his 12-year-old self on a mission to save the future.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes69%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users80%
Director: Shawn LevyGenres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi, Family

Plot Summary

A time-traveling pilot, Adam Reed, crash-lands in 2022 and must team up with his younger self and his late father to come to terms with the past and save the future. As he battles villains from another time, he grapples with his unresolved issues with his parents and his own identity.

Critical Reception

The Adam Project was met with generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its action sequences, humor, and the chemistry between Ryan Reynolds and his younger counterpart. Audiences also responded well, appreciating its family-friendly adventure and nostalgic tone, though some found the plot predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fun, high-octane action and humor, carried by Ryan Reynolds's charm.
  • Appreciated for its heartfelt themes of family and forgiveness, resonating with audiences.
  • Criticized by some for relying on familiar time-travel tropes and a somewhat predictable narrative.

Google audience: Viewers largely enjoyed the movie for its exciting action, engaging story, and the likable performances, particularly Ryan Reynolds. Many appreciated the emotional core and the blend of sci-fi adventure with family dynamics.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Ryan Reynolds's character, Adam Reed, shares the same name as the character Deadpool (Wade Wilson), whom Reynolds also famously portrays. The name 'Adam' also subtly references the director Shawn Levy's son, Adam Levy.

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8 reviews
r96sk

r96sk

A satisfactory flick featuring Ryan Reynolds. I got enough enjoyment from <em>'The Adam Project'</em>. It isn't anything special as the film is missing a certain sort of spark to it, though the story is fun and allows for some interestin...
Manuel São Bento

Manuel São Bento

If you enjoy reading my Spoiler-Free thoughts, please follow my blog :) "The Adam Project is the typical "streaming blockbuster", but one that manages to add some characterization and genuine emotion to its generic entertainment. Ryan...
Robbie Grawey

Robbie Grawey

Ruffalo says “old bean”, good stuff.
The Movie Mob

The Movie Mob

**Overall : Its sincere story results in one of Netflix's better original movies.** A surprisingly heartfelt film that shocked me with how well it made me care for each of its characters. I watched this movie with low expectations due to...
Nathan

Nathan

Despite having shades of _Back to the Future_, _The Adam Project_ finds a way to pave its own path to deliver a fun and heartwarming story about self-forgiveness. The movie starts incredibly strong, introducing the viewer to the main charac...
RADIO1'S MR. MOVIE!-MAD AMI 🌠

RADIO1'S MR. MOV...

**" BACK -{ FROM }- THE FUTURE 🌠 "** A Netflix **-{ MINI }-** Review... Film Seen around March 27, 2022. It -{ ISN'T }- "very likely" to be released in Cinemas.( Made For STREAMING ). _________________________________________________...
Giovanni

Giovanni

**Full Analysis at Spotamovie.com** - **Intro** - Released in March 2022, The Adam Project is a movie for those who love Sci-Fi, actions, CGI, and those who wish to change their past to let any regrets disappear. The Adam Project delivers a...
Benzasayz

Benzasayz

The Adam Project is a sci-fi movie that takes you on a wild, CGI-filled flight that is out of this world-with futuristic technology that makes you excited but also afraid of what could come, The sci-fi elements look so realistic - as realis...