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Jackpot!

  • 2024
  • R
  • 1h 46m
IMDb RATING
5.8/10
32K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
3,061
498
John Cena and Awkwafina in Jackpot! (2024)
Set in a very near future where a Grand Lottery has been founded in economically struggling California. The only caveat? If you want to legitimately claim the award, you must murder the winner before sunset.
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In the near future, a 'Grand Lottery' has been newly established in California - the catch: kill the winner before sundown to legally claim their multi-billion dollar jackpot.In the near future, a 'Grand Lottery' has been newly established in California - the catch: kill the winner before sundown to legally claim their multi-billion dollar jackpot.In the near future, a 'Grand Lottery' has been newly established in California - the catch: kill the winner before sundown to legally claim their multi-billion dollar jackpot.

  • Director
    • Paul Feig
  • Writer
    • Rob Yescombe
  • Stars
    • John Cena
    • Awkwafina
    • Simu Liu
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    5.8/10
    32K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    3,061
    498
    • Director
      • Paul Feig
    • Writer
      • Rob Yescombe
    • Stars
      • John Cena
      • Awkwafina
      • Simu Liu
    • 190User reviews
    • 78Critic reviews
    • 41Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins total

    Videos7

    Official Trailer
    Trailer 3:39
    Official Trailer
    "Cat-Walker"
    Clip 0:40
    "Cat-Walker"
    "Cat-Walker"
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    "Cat-Walker"
    Jackpot!: Fan Rules
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    Jackpot!: Fan Rules
    Jackpot!: Bad Biker
    Clip 1:09
    Jackpot!: Bad Biker
    Jackpot!: Noel To The Rescue
    Clip 1:06
    Jackpot!: Noel To The Rescue
    Jackpot!: Extremely Competitive
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    Jackpot!: Extremely Competitive

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    John Cena
    John Cena
    • Noel
    Awkwafina
    Awkwafina
    • Katie
    Simu Liu
    Simu Liu
    • Louis Lewis
    Seann William Scott
    Seann William Scott
    • Rugged Man
    Marian Green
    Marian Green
    • Lunch Lady
    David Conk
    David Conk
    • Scary Goth Guy
    Josh Diogo
    Josh Diogo
    • Janitor
    Rosanna Scotto
    Rosanna Scotto
    • News Anchor
    Dolly De Leon
    Dolly De Leon
    • Grandma Tala
    Conor McCullagh
    • Baby Puppeteer
    Shannon Mayers
    Shannon Mayers
    • GLN SWAT Officer
    Brian Ashton Smith
    Brian Ashton Smith
    • GLN SWAT Officer
    Murray Hill
    Murray Hill
    • Johnny Grand
    Becky Ann Baker
    Becky Ann Baker
    • Sweet Irene
    Adam Ray
    Adam Ray
    • Asshole Dad
    Rylea Hendreschke
    • Asshole Dad's Daughter
    Sam Asghari
    Sam Asghari
    • Senior Agent Ash
    Monique Ganderton
    Monique Ganderton
    • Agent Hoyt
    • Director
      • Paul Feig
    • Writer
      • Rob Yescombe
    • All cast & crew
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    User reviews190

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    Summary

    Reviewers say 'Jackpot!' is an entertaining action-comedy with a unique premise and strong performances by John Cena and Awkwafina. The film's humor and chemistry between the leads are praised, though some find the plot predictable and humor inconsistent. The action sequences receive positive remarks, though a few critics wish for more thrilling moments. Despite lacking depth and emotional resonance, 'Jackpot!' is considered a fun, light-hearted experience that offers enjoyable entertainment.
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    Featured reviews

    7vernon-piper

    Length-wise or Width-wise?

    Honestly, the negative reviews must be from the most sour individuals. This movie isn't trying to be Citizen Kane-it's pure, hilarious fun from start to finish. The film embraces its brainless entertainment value, and it's clear that everyone involved had a blast making it. Highly recommended for a popcorn movie night. John Cena, Awkwafina, and Simu Liu deliver fantastic performances, bringing nonstop laughs. It's also great to see Liu and Awkwafina together again after Shang-Chi. If you're in the mood for a light, enjoyable watch, this is it. The bloopers at the end of the movie make it all the more enjoyable.
    5PerryAtTheMovies

    A non-serious film that entertains....

    5.6/10 (Kind of Recommend)

    Categorized as an action and comedy film, this movie entertains quite well all the way through. There are very few slow moments throughout. The comedy isn't top notch, but if you enjoy hearing John Cena get bashed about his size then you might get a chuckle or two out.

    The chemistry is good and the cast seem to have great motivation to at least entertain. I liked Awkwafina's humour. She plays the role of mouse well while John Cena is just being his own self as a friendly giant who wants to help.

    The story isn't special, and doesn't do anything to standout from films similar to it. The events aren't even believable especially how the outcome is achieved, but that's the fun in films, they don't always have to make sense. They can just entertain for a couple hours. I would definitely watch this one again just for the fun I experienced despite my lower rating.

    Overall, kind of recommend. It's not a one-of-a-kind film, but it certainly entertains, and so long as you're not a rigid person to comedy, you should find some hilarity to it. Well cast, good chemistry, and seemingly great motivation to entertain despite the low believability of the story. Still, I would watch again.

    That's it for now. Thanks for taking time to read my review. Happy watching and enjoy the show!
    6geraldohanna

    John Cena strikes again!

    The concept of the movie is intriguing. Imagine if 2013's "The Purge" was a comedy, a different take on the finished product we got. While the idea is fun, its execution could have been a little better. The script written by Rob Yescombe (Outside the Wire) is dragged down at times by clunky dialogue, an inconsistent tone, and some unfunny jokes that never truly elevate the story.

    I'm not the biggest fan of Awkwafina, but I liked her in this movie (except for the times she's clearly improving). I like her backstory and her relationship with John Cena (who is probably the best part of the movie). The rest of the cast is fun, but some minor characters receive more screen time than needed, which is a deliberate choice to add depth to the story and the world of the movie.

    The humor doesn't always work, but when it does, I laugh. I'm a simple man. As for the action sequences, they are well-choreographed and intense and add a thrilling element to the movie. They work well and complement the humor well. Director Paul Feig has done this before with 2015's "Spy".

    Overall, it's a fun movie that I recommend for a light-hearted, entertaining watch.
    7jayarthurmackey

    A fun and comedic version of "the purge" in a way.

    This was not a bad movie at all and i honestly don't get the hate it's receiving... it's a very fun and entertaining movie for what it is... It was action from start to finish and it did not disappoint. The plot may not be all the way solid but it is a breath of fresh air for comedy...this is (in a way) a fun "purge" kind of movie when you think about it... the fight scenes were very good but a little unrealistic but like i stated before it's just completely a fun movie to watch... i especially love the end of the movie(the after credits)... cover art is unappealing in my opinion so i would recommend you just give this a try because you won't be disappointed...
    6diablowilliam

    Absurdities abound but fun all round

    Awkwafina maybe wasn't the right casting call but she does all right in this absurd action comedy... but again.. John Cena steals the show. Don't know why the haters hate this movie, it never set out to be the action comedy of the decade. It was just a fun romp which it feels it succeeded in obtaining. The action is very well staged but very pg friendly with its R rating coming from its language. Simon Lui is the predictable villain alongside the 40 plus inhabitants of the city which is meant to have millions of citizens, but it is a dire t to streaming movie so it's understandable to just have the same citizens in every sequence. John Cena seems to be finding the right projects as of late and relishes in the roles he's given. It's fun yet predictable but hey, watch it and see for yourself.

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    • Trivia
      At the end of the movie, Katie Kim says "... wrestlers and YouTubers are movie stars now" which is where John Cena and Awkwafina's careers started, respectively.
    • Goofs
      If they'd brought Machine Gun Kelly into the panic room with them, they wouldn't have had to worry about him giving up the code. Even if he woke up, he hadn't shown any interest in collecting the jackpot for himself, but they could always stun him again if he did.
    • Quotes

      Katie: You want to split a hotdog?

      Noel: Ooh, lengthways or widthways?

      Katie: What?

      Noel: I might have a concussion.

      Katie: [patting him on the shoulder] It's always hard to tell with you.

    • Crazy credits
      There are bloopers shown throughout the entire run time of the end credits.
    • Connections
      Featured in The Project: Episode dated 12 August 2024 (2024)
    • Soundtracks
      California Girls
      Written by Mike Love and Brian Wilson

      Performed by The Beach Boys

      Courtesy of Capitol Records under license from Universal Music Enterprises

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    • Release date
      • August 15, 2024 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Languages
      • English
      • Tagalog
      • Spanish
    • Also known as
      • Grand Death Lotto
    • Filming locations
      • Atlanta, Georgia, USA
    • Production companies
      • Amazon Studios
      • Big Indie Pictures
      • Feigco Entertainment
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 46 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Atmos
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.00 : 1

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