Superhero Movie

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Superhero Movie

PG-13

2008

1h 25m

Comedy

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Sci-Fi

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After a bite from a genetically altered insect gives him superhuman abilities, teenage loser Rick Riker (Drake Bell) decides to use his powers for good. Donning an uncomfortably tight costume, Rick becomes a mysterious crime fighter known as The Dragonfly. But standing in the way of truth, justice and the American Way is an evil villain known as The Hourglass, who plans to become immortal by sucking the life force out of anyone who gets in his way.

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Critics Consensus

Superhero Movie is not the worst of the spoof genre, but relies on tired gags and lame pop culture references all the same.

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Tony Horkins

Empire Magazine

06/05/2008

2/5

This super-powered spoof just doesn't fly.

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Owen Gleiberman

Entertainment Weekly

04/02/2008

C-

There are a few lively bits, and one joke with an edge: a slap at Stephen Hawking and his computer-drone voice. Mostly, though, this is super-lame.

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Rob Humanick

Slant Magazine

03/31/2008

1.5/4

Essentially a retread of every bad grade-school joke you're happy to have forgotten.

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Richard Propes

TheIndependentCritic.com

09/24/2020

1.5/4.0

Isn't it a bad sign when the most entertaining aspect of these spoof films has become the celebrity spotting rather than the actual film itself?

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Felix Vasquez Jr.

Cinema Crazed

02/09/2016

Manages to be a much more creative and coherent superhero picture than "Spider-Man 3" ever hoped to be.

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Dave White

Movies.com

04/04/2011

0.5/5

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Jace E

@thefilmguy 3d

How this movie made me feel in one word: Mindless. This film is one of the better entries in the "spoof" genre. It's pretty dumb, but also entertaining for those who have seen early 2000's superhero movies (i.e., Spider-Man & X-Men). There are a lot of funny quips, that are honestly better viewed in a TikTok or Reel. Best Character: Rick Riker Best Quote: "I'm not wearing diamonds" - Dragonfly Best Scene: The Dinner

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Lincoln D

@RT22803408 Jul 12

Look, I know these spoof movies are dumb, but if you are just looking to laugh a lot and have a good time, this movie is a good option.

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youtubedotcom S

@Critiqe Jun 19

pretty good out of all of the ___ movies (talking about epic movie date movie etc)

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Deron B.

@DapigeonOne May 26

It's funny so it serves it's purpose. Nothing special but an easy turn your brain off laugh.

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Brody M.

@RT93491117 Apr 28

Half the film is just close ups of the kid reacting to stupid shit, the other half is recycled jokes from previous Nielsen films.

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Sterlyn H

@RT09593681 Apr 21

a must-see/a smash hit a box-office success/failure an audience pleaser well worth seeing not to be missed a moving production/an emotionally strong film a truly great piece of filmmaking a skilful piece of filmmaking an impressive debut a very moving portrayal I definitely recommend this film to everybody. I highly recommend this business. Their customer service is second to none. The product quality is consistently outstanding, exceeding my expectations every time. I was completely impressed with their professionalism and customer service. "It's the feel-good movie of the year – I found it very touching." A "feel-good" movie is one that makes you feel good, obviously! The word touching means that it affected you emotionally in a good way. Another word you can use is heartwarming – it made your heart feel positive emotions. "The product quality is consistently outstanding, exceeding my expectations every time." "Their customer service is second to none.I highly recommend it!

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Synopsis

After a bite from a genetically altered insect gives him superhuman abilities, teenage loser Rick Riker (Drake Bell) decides to use his powers for good. Donning an uncomfortably tight costume, Rick becomes a mysterious crime fighter known as The Dragonfly. But standing in the way of truth, justice and the American Way is an evil villain known as The Hourglass, who plans to become immortal by sucking the life force out of anyone who gets in his way.

Director: David W. Zucker, Craig Mazin
Producer: Craig Mazin, David W. Zucker, Robert K. Weiss
Screenwriter: Craig Mazin
Distributor: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Production Co: Dimension Films
Rating: PG-13 (Crude and Sexual Content|Comic Violence|Drug References|Language)
Genre: Comedy, Action, Sci-Fi
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 28, 2008, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 7, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA): $25.9M
Runtime: 1h 25m
Sound Mix: Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)