The Week Of (2018) User Reviews

A bit too loud, but not without its funny moments

[bellino-angelo2014 · 6/10 · 28 February 2023]

As I have said in most of the reviews for the Adam Sandler movies, I am not a huge fan of him but I enjoy most of his movies because they are very funny. THE WEEK OF has a paltry 5,1 and many negative reviews including one of a certain friend of mine, so I was a bit afraid of watching but you might know... last December I finally saw it and while I didn't loved it I found it funny in some spots.

Kirby Cortice (Chris Rock) is a rich doctor. Kenny Lustig (Sandler) is a construction worker rich as well. When their respective daughters Sarah and Tyler are about to marry Kenny insists on paying everything by himself but in the week before the wedding lots of problems arise: for impressing Kirby, Kenny makes the room of the hotel where the ceremony has to be held made over but this causes damages in the other rooms and he has no other choice than let Kirby's family stay at his home already crowded by his family. After lots of issues involving the Mayor the party is done and just when Kirby and Kenny are held while seated on two chairs a sprinkler starts sprinkling water on electronics in the hall and causes a fire, and then the wedding ceremony is held at Kenny's house and he agrees with Kirby that he should pay everything for the big holiday for both families.

I agree that it's a bit too loud but some moments made me genuinely laugh: Seymour mistaken for a WWII veteran when he actually lost his legs to diabetes (and then thrown in the colorful balls pool), the bats thrown in the Mayor's chimney, and the aforementioned fire were the movie's pluses. Sandler and Rock are a perfect match for each other, and the supporting cast is often funny.

Not among Adam Sandler's best movies but still worth a watch for just some laughs here and there.

Stressful

[mrapd · 4/10 · 29 April 2018]

Very realistic with a few funny moments. Overall it was stressful to watch. I felt as if I was put in an acquired situation for over an hour and couldn't get out, but tried to pretend everything was ok. It's not the worse movie, but far from the best. Try to watch it if you can. Just go in with zero expectations and try to have a good time.

Well, Chris Rock forgot how to act.

[kderuy-82422 · 4/10 · 1 May 2018]

This is a movie. It's not a usual Adam Sandler movie, but it's something from the same vein.

There are great ideas and great moments, but the overall appeal..... is confusing.

Sandler is going for it. His accent, demeanor, and tone is that of an actor portraying a character.

Chris Rock is the opposite. It's almost as if he doesn't know what he is doing. He is all over the place and very low toned.

Watching them together is, in a word, 'Cringeworthy'.

Poor attempt at some good ideas.

4/10

I don't understand!

[janerosslj · 1/10 · 2 May 2018]

I was excited to see this new on Netflix. One word I have to describe this movie: RANDOM! None of this makes sense! You keep watching, hoping it gets better but it dosent! Do yourself a favour and don't watch this! Just because it has Adam Sandler and Chris Rock in it, dosent mean it will be good!

Why so hard on this movie?

[cartney14 · 7/10 · 9 May 2018]

Yes, this movie is no great writing blockbuster but it is what it is supposed to be. A whole hearted funny Adam sander movie that will make you laugh and feel good at the end. People need to stop thinking they are professional movie critics and just have a few laughs for a couple hours. Lighten up people!

I waited 45 minutes before I turned it off.

[graeme99 · 1/10 · 28 April 2018]

I like almost every Adam Sandler movie. From Happy Gilmore, Billy Madison, Punch Drunk Love, and even Grown Ups. No doubt his Netflix contract or career is making him push out lack luster films, even though I laughed a few times with his last release with David Spade.

However, The Week of is weak. I did not laugh once in 45 minutes. The acting was labored, the storyline is old hat, and you can only get so much humor from an old uncle with no legs.

I understood that it was triumphant casting Chris Rock as a heart surgeon, but he wasn't funny. This is a very disappointing film that is not worth checking out.

Delightfully Odd and Touching.

[sirena-34303 · 7/10 · 1 June 2018]

Personally, The Week Of is a movie about growing up for adults, incidentally, it's one of Sandler's more mature-themed films. It's a very heartfelt movie that revolves more around the event of a marriage than having a dramatic story, despite this, the many crazy shenanigans common in the Sandlerverse are still present but they are entirely realistic. Chris Rock and Adam Sandler seemingly fall into their roles and feel like real people (most of the time) and the cinematography captures the chaos of a wedding in near dizzying perfection. It's a fun, loving film for fathers and almost everywhere.

Why?

[TheDanMan1 · 1/10 · 28 April 2018]

With Netflix being the obvious option for a quickly funded show, it's a shame that stereotypical unfunny scripts like this one get to the production phase merely because of who is cast in the leading roles. Prediction: "The Week Of" will be forgotten faster than a David Spade stand-up special.

I seem to be the only person who liked this.

[oligoli · 7/10 · 29 June 2018]

Don't get me wrong; The Week Of isn't great; but it most certainly isn't as bad as these other reviews. Please don't go into this film expecting to see a masterclass in directing and acting with an incredibly gripping storyline. As you're not going to get that. It's a comedy and it serves its job as that.... I genuinely laughed out loud at some of the jokes in this movie (which is odd for an Adam Sandler movie). Also, don't be fooled by its *lack of* cast, Sandler, Rock and Buscemi are the only names I'd heard of going into this, but after watching the film, I realised that there is some fantastic talent here. For example Allison Strong puts in a brilliant performance for the most of it (apart from the crying scenes), which was served alongside an array of talent from other young actors.

Overall I thought this film did exactly what it said on the tin, it provided laughs, a good time (no alcohol required) and a nice fuzzy feeling after watching it, despite the cringe-worthy Sandler moments which occasionally occurred. So I'd 100% recommend The Week Of to any comedy fan, or anyone who just generally wants something to watch that'll make them feel good inside or to kill time. It's not great, but not as bad as the reviews are saying. Very glad I watched this, fully recommend.

Terrible

[dirtydern22 · 1/10 · 15 May 2018]

Adam Sandler movies have become pretty bad over the past 5-10 years, but this one is really bad. It seemed like they forgot to edit the movie. On multiple occasions as we were watching the movie we had to ask ourselves if they forgot to edit the scene. It was two hours long, but easily could've made it to 90 minutes by cutting out the fluff. That acting was terrible as well. All around not good.

Relatable and funny!

[lulu_bug-48133 · 8/10 · 21 May 2018]

I wouldn't call myself an Adam Sandler fan, especially after his stereotypical Netflix flick about Native Americans and his annoying childish humor. But I found this movie to be relatable and funny because, really who hasn't stressed out when the whole family comes over for a celebration! It was hectic, in a good way and I'm glad people were chill in the movie. It couldn't easily gone south, but it was endearing and a funny slapstick comedy! C'mon can't go wrong with that!

Good for a one time watch

[Teasaurus · 7/10 · 28 April 2018]

Dumb and slapstick but I was laughing throughout. Go in with zero expectations and have a good time.

Unfunny, Unentertaining, Ungood.

[arminbilefield · 4/10 · 30 April 2018]

This movie is not funny at all nor entertaining. Adam Sandler has made some really bad movies in recent years, Sandler tops last year's disaster Sandy Wexler and makes something even unfunnier "The Week Of". Usually a movie has 15 or 20 minutes at its best to make you care for the film and follow the story, but this movie does not accomplish that. I am a fan of some of Adam Sandler works and Chris Rock's stand-ups, but it is so upsetting and annoying that Sandler knows that he could write some basic story with really cringe-worthy and cheap jokes and makes a sh** ton of money, so he doesn't even try to make something good. Why do it when you can make money with something really bad. I don't think i will be following any next movies of Sandler's unless he did not write the script or had any creative connections to the production process. (Like his upcoming film with Safdie brothers, i will be checking that out) I definitely do not recommend this movie to you, It has nothing to offer. Don't waste any time on it

Wow, so bad

[mchlwlsh · 1/10 · 28 April 2018]

It's just so bad... It's a shame, big names in comedy...if you review, you have to ask yourself, " How much is The Week Of worse then Gigli?"

Surprisingly very enjoyable!!!

[yusuf_rasul · 7/10 · 1 June 2018]

Having come across this film in need of a light afternoon watch, I watched the film with the expectation of cheesy, lighthearted comedy with some generic moral to the story; I wasn't too far off. However, I was incredibly surprised by how much I found myself laughing! The script in my opinion was terrifically written and there were some very relatable and convincing character performances.

I am quite disappointed by the mass of poor reviews for this film, no it is not a classic nor is it the most witty but it is a very fun, lighthearted, and warm watch. After all, what would you expect from a film that stars Adam Sandler and Chris Rock!

In my humble opinion, well worth a watch for a lazy afternoon.

Does Adam Sandler not like Netflix?

[elliotjeory · 3/10 · 29 April 2018]

I don't understand this film. It's cheaply made and not funny. It seems like it is made bad on on purpose. I don't believe that Adam Sandler and Chris Rock couldn't of come up with funnier material. If Sandler or Rock had a nightmare that there film wasn't funny this would be it.

Good

[vannifuccis · 7/10 · 3 September 2018]

Its not the best, but is a worth movie to spent the time. Good (decent acting), funny moments and not a few, and a decent argument, obiously It could be better, but its a nice movie

The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

[karnold959 · 1/10 · 28 April 2018]

The Good. Billy Joel Soundtrack The Bad and The Ugly The rest of the movie Cannot believe this got the green light at Netflix. Was not funny at all (ok I giggled a couple of times) For the most part I love Adam Sandler's movies except Little Nicky (2000) and Jack and Jill (2011). The week of (2018) ranks right up. My advice just watch something else on Netflix.

Warning!!! This movie is actually kinda good.

[inate12 · 7/10 · 27 April 2018]

From a world of Adam Sandler making nonstop netflix trash comes a film you will actually enjoy. The film really captures cringe comedy.

The Week Of: As funny as a rectal exam

[Platypuschow · 3/10 · 17 January 2019]

For years I keep hearing people saying that Adam Sandler has lost his touch and is just making wall to wall bad movies but I've never gotten onboard with that. Well, I'm starting to agree.

Adam Sandler leads, writes and produces yet another Netflix original and not discussing my opinions on the others I'll simply say this is the worst (Even the Ridiculous Six is better).

It tells the story of two families who come together for an upcoming wedding. Two fathers (Sandler & Rock) from very different backgrounds and the insistence of one to pay for the whole affair.

Hilarity ensues right? right? right? It's like My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002) essentially, but Sandler forgot that it was meant to be a comedy and despite the comedy cast (Including Steve Buscemi) the movie is oddly devoid of laughs. Not only do they barely try but about 2/3 of the jokes simply aren't funny. It's that intentionally awkward humor type that I find as funny as a rectal exam.

It has a few laughs and it has it's heartfelt moments but ultimately it fails in it's attempts to entertain on almost every front. It's not funny, it's not likeable, it's over 90 minutes of frustration and wasted talent.

Being a veteran of the industry Sandler should have gotten a handle on what works and what doesn't, I'm starting to think that he hasn't lost it...........he just doesn't care anymore.

The Good:

Great cast

Has its moments

The Bad:

Just not funny

Cringe inducing in places

Ignore the bad reviews and go see this movie!

[izabelaverelst · 10/10 · 5 July 2019]

This is the first review I ever wrote on imdb, the only reason being that I just cannot believe the negativity on here! I've never been an Adam Sandler fan - I used to avoid all the movies featuring him- but having given Murder Mystery a chance and really enjoyed it, I gave 'The week of' a shot as well. Thankfully before having checked the reviews beforehand, or I would have passed on this beauty.

Man, I laughed my ass off! It's been a long time since a movie had me laughing this hysterically. And the best part is that the film was so relatable and sweet. I started thinking of my own crazy family members and friends and the situations we could find ourselves into if we would be worse with social barriers, like this family clearly is. I loved that Adam Sandler and Chris Rock had a more 'serious' role, this made everything that happened all the more funny.

I give this 10 stars because it has all that I expect from a good comedy: great laughs, multiple hysterical bursts of laughter and a nice plot with touching moments and a heartwarming message.

So yes, give this one a shot!

Fun watch

[michael1000 · 7/10 · 30 April 2018]

Don't take this movie too seriously. It's a fun easy watch movie.

Disappointing

[ginocox-206-336968 · 3/10 · 29 April 2018]

The Week Of (2018) made me laugh at least a dozen times, and yet seemed unsatisfying. I didn't really like or identify with any of the characters, most of whom were caricatures, rather than three-dimensional, which is understandable, considering the large cast. The bride and groom have very little screen time, although the theme of the movie revolves about the role and expectations of parenting. The film doesn't push the envelope. The jokes are humorous, but not hilarious. The bachelor party is extremely tame. The sexy scenes aren't particularly sexy. A middle-class Jewish girl marries a black guy who doesn't seem very black. But then, she doesn't seem very Jewish. Rather than examining and exploiting the differences in culture and religious beliefs, they are largely ignored, as if of no more consequence than hair color or opinion as to the best actor in the role of James Bond. Any racist or xenophobic sentiments are tempered to embracing stereotypes. However, the most successful humor is based on lampooning some of these assumptions. The movie isn't especially exciting, cathartic, cerebral, outrageous, or anything else. It feels like a DTV movie. I'm not a huge Adam Sandler fan, but his films usually offer exotic locations, gorgeous women and outrageous humor. This reminds me of the Pirates of the Caribbean movie with Jack Sparrow's malfunctioning compass. It has no direction. There are several dozen subplots that lead nowhere and a central theme that seems predictable and hopelessly schmaltzy. I can't hate the movie, but neither can I like it.

Terrible....

[colbyjthomas · 1/10 · 29 April 2018]

This is my first review the movie is that bad. If you can make it through the entirety of this movie I fear for your well being

Enjoyable, funny, one of the better Sandler Flicks

[rogorman-1 · 7/10 · 28 April 2018]

I have to start by saying I don't know what's up with many of the other reviews. This is a funny movie, it is not really slapstick, it isn't dumb, but it's not the greasiest deepest comedy either. Its not a 1, it's not a 10. It runs on the drama of the week leading to the daughter's wedding as her father struggles to make it work with real constraints. No, it's not Father of the Bride (which is typical over the top Hollywood fare). The bride's family are average people without the money to put on the grand wedding that everyone else in a movie seems able to afford. They are New Yorkers, they are Jewish, and some of the humour may need you to know New Yorkers. It doesn't rest on cringe humour, but it does have cringe elements. Adam Sandler is good, not his usually over the top loud version (well, he is loud here at times, but it is in character). Chris Rock is also more low key than he can often be, which works well here as he is playing a wealthy surgeon who is not popular with his own family. He plays his role well. It has some clever gags, it isn't anything deep but you should enjoy your 2 hours.