Pranksters
Pranksters

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Pranksters

2002
Movie
67 min
English

A group of ghost hunters employed by the greatest supernatural crime fighting agency, The Corporation, go back to work to save the world from the evil Zero Group.

Insights

IMDb2.8/10
Director: David R. StillmanGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Three college students are given a mission by a mysterious benefactor to pull off a series of elaborate pranks. As their schemes escalate, they find themselves entangled in a dangerous game that blurs the lines between harmless fun and real trouble. The trio must navigate the consequences of their actions while trying to uncover the true motives behind their assignment.

Critical Reception

Pranksters received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics, who largely panned its weak script, uninspired humor, and overall lack of originality. Audience reception was similarly poor, with many finding the film to be tedious and unfunny.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's humor falls flat, relying on tired gags and predictable setups.

  • Critics found the plot to be nonsensical and the characters underdeveloped.

  • The overall execution was seen as amateurish and unengaging.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but the few available suggest a general disappointment with the film's comedic efforts and narrative coherence.

Fun Fact

The film features cameos from Kevin Smith and Jason Mewes, known for their roles in the View Askewniverse, adding a slight cult appeal for their fans despite the film's poor reception.

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