¡Three Amigos!
¡Three Amigos!

¡Three Amigos!

1986Movie103 minEnglish

A trio of unemployed silent film actors are mistaken for real heroes by a small Mexican village in search of someone to stop a malevolent bandit.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes44%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users77%
Director: John LandisGenres: Comedy, Western, Adventure

Plot Summary

In 1912, three silent film actors from Hollywood, known for their "Three Amigos" characters, are mistakenly believed by a remote Mexican village to be real heroes. The villagers hire them to defeat the notorious bandit El Guapo. Unaware they are being set up for a dangerous mission, the actors, accustomed to staged heroism, must find a way to survive the real threats and become the heroes they are mistaken for.

Critical Reception

¡Three Amigos! was a moderate box office success and has since gained a cult following. While not a critical darling upon release, its absurdist humor and the chemistry between its lead actors are often cited as highlights. It's generally regarded as a lighthearted comedy that appeals to fans of its stars and their signature brand of humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the chemistry and comedic timing of Martin, Chase, and Short.
  • Appreciated for its unique premise and nostalgic feel for early Hollywood.
  • Criticized by some for a somewhat predictable plot and uneven humor.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's enduring humor, particularly the performances of the main trio and the memorable catchphrases. Many viewers find it a fun, lighthearted comedy perfect for nostalgic viewing, though some acknowledge it may not be everyone's cup of tea.

Fun Fact

The iconic song 'My Little Buttercup' was written by Randy Newman and performed by The Chosters.

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r96sk

r96sk

<em>'¡Three Amigos!'</em> didn't quite hit for me. I was expecting to enjoy this 1986 film, if only because of the three leads - Steve Martin, Chevy Chase and Martin Short. I like them from other things, admittedly I've only seen Chase o...
JPV852

JPV852

Just an all around fun and light-hearted comedy, one that I haven't seen in a long time (probably some time in the early 90s). Not a comedy classic but one that generates plenty of smiles and laughs. **3.75/5**
Wuchak

Wuchak

***Hilarious comedy Western with Steve Martin, Chevy Chase and Martin Short*** Three silent movie stars in 1916 (Steve Martin, Chevy Chase and Martin Short) are mistaken for real heroes by a beautiful Hispanic woman (Patrice Martinez) ...