Deborah Chan
The 2016 American romantic comedy film Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates is based on a real event in which two brothers posted a humorous ad looking for wedding dates on Craigslist. The film, starring Zac Efron, Adam DeVine, Anna Kendrick, and Aubrey Plaza, received mixed reviews from critics and an approval rating of 39% on Rotten Tomatoes. It is rated R for crude sexual content, language, drug use, and graphic nudity.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Genre | Comedy, Romance |
| Rating | R (Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian) |
| Running Time | 1 hour 45 minutes |
| Release Date | July 8, 2016 |
| Rotten Tomatoes Rating | 39% (average rating of 4.77/10) |
| Box Office Collection | $77 million worldwide |
| IMDb Rating | 6.0 |
| Cast | Zac Efron, Adam DeVine, Anna Kendrick, Aubrey Plaza, Stephen Root, Sam Richardson, Stephanie Faracy, Sugar Lyn Beard |
| Director | Jake Szymanski |
| Writers | Andrew Jay Cohen, Brendan O'Brien |
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What You'll Learn
Plot
"Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates" is a 2016 American romantic comedy film directed by Jake Szymanski and written by Andrew Jay Cohen and Brendan O'Brien. The film is based on a real event in which two brothers posted a humorous ad looking for wedding dates on Craigslist.
The plot centres around fun-loving brothers Mike and Dave Stangle, played by Adam Devine and Zac Efron, who tend to get out of control at family gatherings. With their younger sister Jeanie's (Sugar Lyn Beard) wedding in Hawaii approaching, their parents, Burt (Stephen Root) and Rosie (Stephanie Faracy), tell them they must bring respectable dates to the wedding to keep them out of trouble. Hoping for a wild getaway, the brothers place an online ad on Craigslist to find the perfect dates. The ad goes viral, leading to an appearance on a national daytime talk show, and they eventually decide on Tatiana (Aubrey Plaza) and Alice (Anna Kendrick), two charming and seemingly normal women. However, once they arrive in Hawaii, Mike and Dave realise that their companions are wilder and party harder than they do.
At the wedding rehearsal dinner, Jeanie confides in Alice about her fears of getting married and her worries about her fiancé, Eric (Sam Richardson), being boring. Alice gives her ecstasy to calm her nerves, which leads to Jeanie and Alice getting naked and releasing a corral of horses. Meanwhile, Mike and Dave get into an argument, which turns physical, ruining the rehearsal dinner.
Despite the chaos and mishaps, the wedding goes ahead, with Jeanie and Eric getting married outside the stables. In the end, Tatiana and Mike decide to go into business together, while Alice deletes her wedding video before making out with Dave. The brothers perform a heartfelt duet, followed by a raunchy dance number with Alice and Tatiana. The fireworks display they set off catches fire, causing a chaotic end to the wedding celebrations.
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Cast
The cast of the 2016 American romantic comedy film "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates" includes:
- Zac Efron as Dave Stangle
- Adam DeVine as Mike Stangle
- Anna Kendrick as Alice
- Aubrey Plaza as Tatiana
- Stephen Root as the father of Efron and DeVine's characters
- Stephanie Faracy as the mother
The film is based on a real event in which brothers Mike and Dave Stangle posted a humorous ad looking for wedding dates on Craigslist. The film received mixed reviews from critics, with a 39% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, but Aubrey Plaza's performance was particularly praised.
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Reception
The 2016 American romantic comedy film "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates" received mixed reviews from critics and was rated R for crude sexual content, language throughout, drug use, and graphic nudity. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has an approval rating of 39% based on 171 reviews, with an average rating of 4.77/10. The film grossed over $77 million worldwide, with a budget of $33 million.
While some viewers found the film hilarious, others criticised it as "aggressively stupid", "witless", "soulless", and "amateurish". The performances of the leads, including Anna Kendrick and Aubrey Plaza, were generally well-received, although opinions were mixed regarding the supporting cast.
The film is based on a real event in which brothers Mike and Dave Stangle posted a humorous ad on Craigslist looking for wedding dates. The ad went viral, and the brothers even appeared on The Wendy Williams Show to advertise themselves. This event inspired a book, "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates: And a Thousand Cocktails".
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Rating
The 2016 American romantic comedy film "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates" received mixed reviews from critics. On IMDb, the film received a rating of 6 out of 10. It has an approval rating of 39% based on 171 reviews on Rotten Tomatoes, with an average rating of 4.77/10. The film has been described as "aggressively stupid" and "soulless" by some critics, while others have praised the performances of the lead actors and the chemistry between the characters.
The film is based on a true story and follows two hard-partying brothers, Mike and Dave, who place an online ad to find the perfect dates for their sister's wedding in Hawaii. The brothers are portrayed by Adam DeVine and Zac Efron, respectively, and the dates are played by Anna Kendrick and Aubrey Plaza. The cast also includes Stephen Root and Sugar Lyn Beard.
The film has been rated R for crude sexual content, language throughout, drug use, and graphic nudity. It has a runtime of approximately 105 minutes. The film grossed over $77 million worldwide, with a production budget of $33 million.
While some viewers found the film hilarious, others thought that it fell flat in the second half. Overall, "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates" has received a range of ratings and reviews, with some considering it underrated and others feeling that it was a waste of talent.
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Similar films
If you enjoyed the 2016 romantic comedy "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates", there are several similar films you might want to check out. Here are some recommendations:
Palm Springs
Palm Springs, starring Andy Samberg and Cristin Milioti, is a sci-fi film about wedding guests who unexpectedly fall in love.
Blended
Blended is a 2014 romantic comedy starring Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler as a couple who fall in love while on a getaway. The film shares similarities with "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates" due to its broad appeal and undercurrent of wholesomeness.
Crazy Rich Asians
Crazy Rich Asians, a 2018 smash hit, is another film about a wedding. It follows an American-born Chinese economics professor who travels to Singapore for her boyfriend's best friend's wedding and finds herself thrust into the lives of Asia's rich and famous.
Tag
Tag is based on a true story about a group of adult friends playing a global game of tag. Like "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates", it explores the theme of adults learning to mature without losing their childlike sensibilities.
Sisters
Sisters, starring Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, is a party comedy that also touches on the theme of maturation while retaining a youthful spirit.
The Five-Year Engagement
This rom-com, starring Jason Segel, Emily Blunt, Chris Pratt, and Alison Brie, is about what can go wrong in terms of weddings and engagements. It is a bit longer but still scratches a similar itch to "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates".
Wedding Crashers
Wedding Crashers, a 2005 comedy starring Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson, is a quintessential wedding comedy. The pairing of Vaughn and Wilson is similar to Efron and DeVine in "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates", as they are both initially disaffected by romance.
Pitch Perfect
If you're a fan of the actors in "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates", Pitch Perfect is another film starring Anna Kendrick and Adam DeVine. It is a musical that showcases Kendrick's scene-stealing talent.
The Greatest Showman
The Greatest Showman is another musical featuring Zac Efron for fans who enjoyed his performance in "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates".
My Big Fat Greek Wedding
My Big Fat Greek Wedding is a romantic phenomenon that, like "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates", launched the careers of its lead actors, Constance Wu and Henry Golding.
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Frequently asked questions
The movie is rated R (Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian).
The movie is about two hard-partying brothers who place an online ad to find the perfect dates for their sister's Hawaiian wedding.
The movie stars Zac Efron, Adam DeVine, Anna Kendrick, and Aubrey Plaza.
Yes, the film is based on an actual news event of a Craigslist ad placed by two brothers who wanted dates for their cousin's wedding.
The movie's budget was $33 million and it grossed over $77 million worldwide.
