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Extreme Dodgeball

2005TV ShowEnded3 SeasonsEnglish

Extreme Dodgeball is an American Sports Entertainment television show that debuted on Game Show Network in 2004. It has also been shown in the UK on Challenge.

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IMDb3.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes11%
Metacritic22/100
Google Users35%
Director: Rich BerryGenres: Comedy, Sport

Plot Summary

A group of misfits, led by the earnest but uncoordinated coach Patches, must overcome their personal shortcomings and fierce rivalries to compete in the treacherous world of extreme dodgeball. They face off against the wealthy and arrogant Wipeout team, owned by the ruthless Caser. The film follows their journey of teamwork, self-discovery, and ultimately, the pursuit of dodgeball glory.

Critical Reception

Extreme Dodgeball was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and a lukewarm response from audiences. It was widely panned for its nonsensical plot, juvenile humor, and lack of originality, though some acknowledged a few sporadic moments of unintentional comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak and convoluted plot that offers little substance.
  • Humor is predominantly juvenile and relies heavily on slapstick and gross-out gags.
  • Performances are generally uninspired, with little chemistry among the cast.

Google audience: Audiences found the movie to be largely unfunny and a waste of time, with many expressing disappointment in its predictable plot and lack of engaging characters. Some viewers found mild amusement in the absurdity, but overall sentiment was negative.

Fun Fact

Despite its low critical and audience scores, the film has developed a small cult following over the years, primarily for its campy execution and over-the-top portrayal of dodgeball.

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