Click
Click

Click

2006Movie107 minEnglish

A married workaholic, Michael Newman doesn't have time for his wife and children, not if he's to impress his ungrateful boss and earn a well-deserved promotion. So when he meets Morty, a loopy sales clerk, he gets the answer to his prayers: a magical remote that allows him to bypass life's little distractions with increasingly hysterical results.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes32%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users73%
Director: Frank CoraciGenres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance

Plot Summary

Michael Newman, a workaholic architect, is struggling to balance his career ambitions with his family life. He purchases a universal remote from a mysterious salesman that allows him to fast-forward, rewind, and pause his life. Initially, he uses it to skip mundane moments and get ahead at work, but he soon discovers that the remote has a mind of its own and begins to control his life, jumping ahead to significant events and erasing precious memories.

Critical Reception

Click received a mixed-to-positive reception from critics, with many praising Adam Sandler's performance and the film's blend of humor and heartfelt drama. However, some critics found the premise underdeveloped and the emotional beats uneven. Audiences generally responded well to the film's relatable themes and comedic elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its emotional depth and Adam Sandler's surprisingly nuanced performance.
  • Criticized for its uneven pacing and a premise that could have been explored with more depth.
  • Appreciated for its blend of comedy and a cautionary tale about life choices.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed the film, appreciating its comedic moments and the touching message about appreciating life and family. Some viewers found the emotional impact to be significant, while others thought the humor was hit-or-miss.

Fun Fact

The character of Morty the angel is played by Christopher Walken, who was reportedly initially hesitant about the role but was convinced by Adam Sandler.

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Andre Gonzales

Andre Gonzales

Love the concept of this movie. I wish I can use it on my girlfriend it would be great. Adam Sandler makes great movies. Hilarious and sad but with a happy ending.