Here Comes the Boom (2012)
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Critic Consensus: Here Comes the Boom benefits from Kevin James's genial presence but the film doesn't deliver enough laughs to live up to its title -- or enough satisfying plot to make up the difference.
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as Scott Voss
as Bella Flores
as Marty Streb
as Niko
as Mr. De La Cruz
as Principal Betcher
as Eric Voss
as Himself
as Malia
as Himself
as Assistant Principal Elkins
as Joe Duffy
as Mollie Streb
as Lauren Voss
as Peter Voss
as Mary Shannon Voss
as Derrick
as Martinez
as Brian
as Miguel
as Muba
as French Man
as Nard
as Koen
as Bearded Board Member
as Student in Stairwell
as Student Bassist
as Ken Dietrich
as Himself
as Himself
as Himself
as Himself
as Loud Dietrich Fan
as Dietrich's Cornerman
as "Lucky" Patrick Murphy
as Ref at College Gymnasium
as Tattooed Man at Factory
as Fighter at Factory
as Ref Factory
as Announcer at Factory
as Fighter at Pier
as Ref at Pier
as Announcer at Pier
as Fighter at Fairgrounds
as Ref at Fairgrounds
as Fighter at Lombardo's
as Ref at Lombardo's
as Himself
as Fighter at Horse Arena
as Ref at Horse Arena
as Arguing Fighter
as Health Club Receptionist
as Yoga Student
as Disoriented Gym Patron
as Man with Guitar
as Citizenship Official
as Sityodtong Gym Fighter
as Sityodtong Gym Fighter
as Sityodtong Gym Fighter
as Herself
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Critic Reviews for Here Comes the Boom
All Critics (95) | Top Critics (23) | Fresh (37) | Rotten (58) | DVD (3)
Weak humor and vanilla plotting have replaced legitimate drama, pathos, and character development.
It's nice that the hero goes to the mat for what he believes in. But he's not the only thing that comes down with a thud.
It delivers exactly what's expected from a flabby mishmash of high school inspirational tale and Mixed Martial Arts fighting exhibitionism ladled out by Adam Sandler running mate Frank Coraci ...
Here Comes the Boom will probably connect like a haymaker with most of its intended audience. The leads are likeable, and the plot, though beyond incredible, is at the very least distracting.
Why doesn't most of this movie take place in a coma ward?
"Here Comes the Boom" is so full of clichés from other, better movies that it is almost plays like a parody of an underdog tale.
Audience Reviews for Here Comes the Boom
A wonderful and great surprise. A hilarious and wickedly enjoyable comedy that's filled with action and heart. Kevin James wins by a knockout in this one. Henry Winkler is terrific. Baz Rutton is a blast to watch. A tremendously enjoyable and immensely watchable comedy that works on any level. Its nothing but a good time from start to finish.
Super Reviewer
"Here Comes the Boom" takes no risks whatsoever. The humor doesn't connect and the story is lacking. But you know what? It's a fun time all because of the lovable presence of Kevin James and the humorous Bas Rutten. "Here Comes the Boom" won't leave a lasting impression on your mind, but it's an enjoyable time at the movies.
Super Reviewer
Here Comes the Boom was a film that I knew my low expectations would be met with no disappointments. I mean, I like Kevin James. I think he's a pretty funny guy. I even took notice to his more slender built. He must have physically worked hard for this role. But it seems like every Kevin James film or Adam Sandler film there is all of these recycled actors in the mix. The films are basically made up of other actors they are friends with. You get a new face here and there, but it's mostly the same cast in every film. I guess it's nice of them to give them roles to keep them employed. But it gets a bit old. So does these unfunny films. I liked that they gave notice to how important the music is in schools. But all of the rest was farfetched. I laughed a couple times, but still the film fell flat. I only even watched it because my nephew loves Kevin Smith (He's obsessed with that damn mall movie he's in). It's not something I would see again unless I caught it on T.V. Well that and if my nephew begs me. I can't say no to him. He is my kryptonite.
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Here Comes the Boom Quotes
| Scott Voss: | Twisty! |
| Miguel: | Hey! No pain, no gain! |
| Miguel: | "I citizen two times!" |
| Miguel: | I citizen two times! |
| Miguel: | "So....I citizen?" |
| Miguel: | So... I citizen? |
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