Superbad
Superbad

Superbad

2007Movie113 minEnglish

Two co-dependent high school seniors are forced to deal with separation anxiety after their plan to stage a booze-soaked party goes awry.

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IMDb7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes88%
Metacritic77
Google Users88%
Director: Greg MottolaGenres: Comedy, Teen

Plot Summary

Two co-dependent high school seniors are determined to score alcohol for a legendary party and lose their virginity before graduation. As they navigate a minefield of social awkwardness, illegal activities, and unexpected friendships, their carefully crafted plan unravels into a series of chaotic and hilarious misadventures. Their final night of high school becomes an unforgettable journey of self-discovery and enduring bromance.

Critical Reception

Superbad was a critical and commercial success, widely praised for its sharp writing, genuine humor, and relatable portrayal of adolescent life. Critics lauded the chemistry between the lead actors and the film's ability to blend raunchy comedy with heartfelt moments.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its hilarious and often surprisingly poignant exploration of male friendship.
  • Hailed as a modern teen comedy classic with quotable lines and memorable characters.
  • Applauded for its clever script and authentic depiction of high school anxieties.

Google audience: Audiences loved Superbad for its extreme laugh-out-loud humor, relatable characters navigating awkward teenage years, and the fantastic chemistry between Jonah Hill and Michael Cera. Many highlighted the memorable quotes and the film's ability to capture the spirit of high school friendships.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for MTV Movie Awards for Best Comedic Performance (Jonah Hill) and Best Breakthrough Performance (Christopher Mintz-Plasse). Won Teen Choice Awards for Choice Movie: Comedy and Choice Summer Movie.

Fun Fact

The characters of Seth and Evan were based on the real-life friendship between writers Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, who conceived the idea when they were teenagers.

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3 reviews
Kali

Kali

Good, funny, dated. If you can deal with a bit of cringe and some dated humour it's a good movie. I wouldn't consider it a "top movie" but it is _very_ funny if you just want something silly to watch casually.
Kamurai

Kamurai

Really good watch, would watch again, and can recommend. I've watched this movie several times, but had a couple different reactions: sometimes I agree this is overhyped, other times I'm completely in line with why it was overhyped. You...
Adishake

Adishake

Superbad is one of the classic comedies which left a great effect on R-RATED COMEDY genre, Greg Mottola as a film-maker became a name on the industry with this break-through. I really recommend this movie and a very forceful recommendation ...