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I had low expectations for this given the plot (which you can't take seriously) and figured the best parts were shown in the trailers. I must say I was pleasantly surprised.

The plot is all very predictable but really who cares for this type of movie. The dialog is not that sharp (Seven Psychopaths it is not) and while some parts are a little corny, the film is light hearted, does not take itself too seriously and is excellent entertainment if you want to switch off your brain at the end of the week.

This film moves at a good pace, is funny throughout, with some real laugh out loud moments, and leaves you with a good feeling at the end.

This has real charm, motivation, comedy, and a superb Henry Winkler and Selma Hayek - and a very good Bas Rutten as the coach who will be getting a ton of work based on this - all in all this is a surprise from beginning to end - and James finally seems to have learnt to rein it in and learnt that OTT all the time is just deadening.

So, a confession - Mall Cop, not my favorite movie, just OK, the one at the zoo, definitely not my thing (or my kids), so I had very low expectations indeed going in to see Boom - but what a difference! The plot is simple: loser teacher seeks to raise school funds by becoming a MMA fighter. And it works. The surprise is how inspirational this is - the school aspect is a really smart move - and totally lifts the movie.

If you want a pizza movie you could do much much worse, this is a well-made, well-judged, and fun movie. One strongly suspects that James found a character he could totally connect with and it gives him what he does best - heart.

I would like to start off this review by saying that I was expecting to hate this movie with a burning passion. Kevin James seems to be on this trend of being in movies with a ridiculous plot line in hopes to attract the youth audience.

"Here Comes The Boom" was a refreshingly good movie that may not have provided me with gut-wrenching laughs throughout the movie, but left me in a great mood and happy I watched it. I feel that it was put in a difficult spot by being labeled a "comedy" movie because I feel it wasn't aiming to be the most humorous movie out there. I think it would have been better labeled to be a "feel-good inspirational" movie.

"Boom" may not be your traditional comedy, but it was a fun ride none the less. Give it a chance, but don't expect to be rolling from laughter. View it as if it was an inspirational movie, and you'll see what I'm talking about.

"Here Comes the Boom" is part pedagogical movie, part sports movie, and all about dedication and commitment.

Scott Voss (Kevin James) was a lazy tenured biology teacher at a Boston high school who had long given up on trying to teach. The only thing he gave a half effort towards was asking out Bella Flores (Salma Hayek), the school nurse. Fortunately, Bella wasn't offended by his come-ons, because his advances could've been viewed as sexual harrassment.

Scott would have a cause to fight for, literally and figuratively, when Principal Betcher (Greg Germann) notified the staff that they would be dropping the music program due to budget cuts. Marty Streb (Henry Winkler) was the music teacher, he was passionate about it, and he had a baby on the way. If Scott, Bella, and Marty could come up with $48,000 they could save the music program.

Nothing they could think of was going to generate the needed money fast enough until Scott saw an opportunity to make good money fast doing MMA (mixed martial arts). He hooked up with an MMA trainer, Niko (Bas Rutten), and got to work. It wasn't pretty, but it certainly was funny.

I remember when this movie came out Kevin James was sporting a slimmer look. He was still on the hefty side, but a lot healthier looking. "Here Comes the Boom" combined two themes that I fancy: teacher reformations and David v. Goliath in sports.

As for the teaching aspect of the movie, usually it's a very motivated teacher inspiring the kids. In this case it was an unmotivated teacher finding some inspiration which he then imparted upon the kids.

As for the sports aspect, it followed the sports movie script, which I like. Sports movies are all about overcoming obstacles and nine times out of ten it's about an underdog becoming victorious. "Here Comes the Boom" was victorious. It was funny, clean, entertaining, and inspirational. I mean, if Kevin James can drop seventy pounds how can you not be inspired?

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This film shocked me as much as Scott Voss (Kevin James) did to everyone else throughout the film. Its actually pretty good and am not ashamed to admit it.

Going into this film I didn't have very high expectations as I expected just another comedy-actor turned dramatic role, but Kevin James goes above and beyond in his performance. Even though this film is less funny than it tries to be and James' character is something you have to warm up to it holds up very good. So good that you can actually believe the outlandish thought that biology professor can get a chance to fight in the UFC, but that's what films are supposed to be about I guess, the unbelievable happening.

This is a great feel-good film that families and average-joe's will love! Highly recommend!

Just seen this film over the weekend and must say what a great little movie. Although the mixture of MMA fighting in what is basically a family movie may be slightly off putting to some , however going with younger teenagers would be a bonus. It is a movie that the whole family can really enjoy (but equally works if you watched it with a bunch of mates few beers and a pizza), its hard to describe , i guess it was like a family movie from an adult perspective. Entertaining throughout, I actually laughed out loud several times (once so hard and you'll know which bit if you see it, i surprised myself) , it was surprisingly uplifting , tender, exciting in parts. Really great to see Henry Winkler , Kevin James gives a believable and charming performance and there are some notable moments from the rest of the cast. I would echo what other forum posters are saying , ten times better than what i thought it would be , Kevin James should be proud of this great little movie, go and see it or hire it out at home, one of the most enjoyable movies of the year.

Bravo! The filmmaker, cast and crew masterfully turned a very relevant subject matter into an inspiring story with good action to boot. We need more films like HERE COMES THE BOOM!

When I first saw the trailer for this movie it didn't really stand out as a movie I had to see in theaters. I ended up going to see it with some friends, that convinced me, and I was shocked. A movie that to me had what seemed to be a silly plot actually turned out to be pretty good. Yes it does seem silly that a almost 40 year old teacher, who wrestled in high school, would join MMA fighting to save a school program. Honestly Kevin James pulled this movie off. It was a action filled comedy that hit you emotionally in some spots. I'll just say that this movie was good and I am glad I chose to go with to see it. Plus it was pretty fun to see Kevin getting in a ring.

Its great to finally see Kevin James fit in the big screen as he did on the small screen. I loved his brand of comedy on The King of Queens and its good to see after a couple of attempts that they've started putting him in the same light on the big screen.

The film is exactly what you want from a Kevin James film, inspiring the uninspired and trying your best to overcome whatever woes are in front of you. Plot wise there's nothing new, but this is just representative of the industry and not the film; its a good, uplifting fun film for everyone to enjoy. This is definitely worth a watch and hope to see Kevin James go from strength to strength.

Watched this movie with family

last night and we all enjoyed this movie. From beginning to end , the movie was moving great and no dull moment. The Fight Scenes were great and believable. The Vegas Fight was great and exciting! The MMA Fighters were very funny and nothing serious about them.

We loved all the characters in the movie especially Charice and Henry Winkler,Kevin and Busta. The are all hilarious and Charice CAN SING! I recommend to everyone to watch and

unpretentious funny movie. I think the critics did not give this movie justice as it is better than what it is described. So, go ahead and watch and judge for yourself.

In the Boston area, biology teacher Scott Voss (Kevin James) is a few minutes late to school. The principal (Greg Germain) gives him bus duty and docks him a vacation day, too. This hurts. Scott makes his way over to his friend and colleague Marty's (Henry Winkler) music class to plead with his pal to do the bus work. That's because there is a VERY important staff meeting that afternoon. Marty agrees. Later on, when classes are finished, the news at the get-together is anything but good. Finances are in bad shape and the school is dropping all extras, including music. Now, since Scott has just learned that Marty's wife is pregnant at 48 and the loss of Marty's job would be crucial, Scott announces that he will make the $50,000 needed to keep his friend's job. Okay, but how? Teaching night school won't do it, even though Scott enjoys helping the immigrants studying for their tests. But, amazingly, one of his pupils, Niko, informs Mr. Voss that even the lower levels of mixed-martial arts fighting give paychecks of hundreds and thousands of dollars. A lightbulb goes off, because Scott wrestled in college. THIS is how he will raise the dough, even if he loses every fight. Maybe, too, then beautiful school nurse, Bella (Salma Hayek) will accept his many, many invitations for a date. Most all think Mr. Voss is nuts, but he starts training. At his first fight, Scott wears Viking gear and plays a pounding song, Here Comes the Boom. Only Scott gets pounded into the ground but good. However, with $750 in his hand, Scott vows to continue. Soon, he is losing by a slim margin, then gains some victories. Will Mr. Voss make enough money for Marty? Also, will he become a better teacher in the process? That is, before broken noses and bones set in! We will see. This funny film makes good on a statement that Boom beats Gloom. James is becoming a national resource of tremendous value and he can make any role worthwhile. What a fine comic touch he has and what a pleasure to watch him. Hayek is extremely likable, too, as is Winkler. The rest of the cast is also just great, although some members are not well known. The Boston setting is good while the costumes, amenities, script and deft direction give viewers a really nice film, worthy of the ticket prices. So, ditch your doom and gloom but good. Run to buy a seat for a swell time at the movies.

This film is great light entertainment: funny, actually quite good writing and the characters are believable. The story is wholesome without being too corny. Oh, and all in all it's quite clean, which is rarely seen nowadays. You won't regret spending a casual evening watching this one.

I loved this. Yes, there are some cheesy moments but somehow it all works! Every character is believable in their roles and the story is creative. It's nice to see something heartwarming and encouraging about someone in their middle age turning their life around instead of another young prodigal.

Great, fun movie! Basically destroys the radical left's narrative that 'America is a terrible place'. Everybody in the entire world is trying to get into America, because it is the best country on the planet, despite what the corrupt criminal Democrats tell you. Bas Rutten steals the show!! His character is enjoyably infectious! They could have at least put a good actor in the role of the Marty Streb , the music teacher. Henry Winkler is another radical liberal who hates America.

"TWISTY!!!"

I don't like Kevin James and most of his movies. However, this one was a nice feel good movie. He does not play a complete moron in this movie which makes such a crazy story enjoyable.

Haven't been to the Theater in awhile due to the excessive amount of Horror movies. When any movie comes out that looks like harmless fun we are the first to jump at it. This movie, formula wise, is a cross between "Joe Somebody", "School of Rock" & "Rocky" If you are looking to see Citizen Kane then your not going to find it here. But if your looking to just have a good time watching a movie then this is your only choice at the box office, currently. It's funny and stars Kevin James what else do you need ?!? Wait, throw in Henry Winkler and Salma Hayek for a bit of believability.

Go with the right mind set and you'll have a good experience.

This movie got me excited for all the duration of the film. It's a great movie with a good plot helping the helpless inspiring everyone with his moves. It's a good story of an underdog to a rising star. It's showing that with the right mind youre set to do anything. Absolutely a good movie with the right actors.

Great watch, would watch again, and do recommend.

I'll be honest, I thought this was a 2020 movie when I watched it because HOW HAD I NOT HEARD ABOUT THE ONE WHERE KEVIN JAMES DOES MMA? This is basically a homage to the Jon Favreau joke from "Friends" where he's rich so he tries to do MMA.

This has ridiculously good production value for its time, is funny, and has probably one of the deepest and good characters that Kevin James has ever played. Granted, it might be because he starts as a dirtbag and grows into a good person.

It's honestly good enough, that I don't want to talk about his transformation here, other than it's clear in the story concept that he has one (for the story to progress).

Wow, I honestly don't know if I've had a Kevin James movie to heartedly recommend since "Hitch", but even if you don't like him, then he gets his the stuffing beat out of him, so at least you'll enjoy that.

I've watched this movie a few times now and I absolutely love it. It's a feel good movie about teacher who decides to help his school by fighting in mixed martial arts to raise money for their music program.

It's a comedy but it takes itself seriously in regards to the fighting. Kevin James is absolutely fantastic as the once teacher of the year who seems to be stuck in a slump.

I won't say anymore but this is a gem

Wow, what a nice surprise this film was. Instead of watching another boring TV rerun, we decided to pop in the Blu Ray version of Here Comes the Boom and the missus and I ended up pleasantly surprised at just how good this movie was. The film stars the trimmed down King of Queens TV Star, Kevin James, as a despondent high school Biology teacher named Scott Voss with 10 years of service behind him. I am going to assume that Kevin James spent a considerable amount of time training in a gym to get down to the weight he did and to reduce so much of his body fat in preparation for the amount of time he would spend in the Octagon during the many fight sequences that appeared in the film. A special note for parents of young children, the violence is limited to a few "biff, boom, bangs" sort of in the realm you would witness in the World Wrestling on television, so not to worry, I would allow a child to watch this film.

Supporting Kevin James is actress Salma Hayek who plays Bella Flores, the school nurse, as Scott Voss's tough to win over love interest. Scott's continued and failed pursuit of Bella makes everyone want him to win her over at some time, somehow. The "somehow" comes in to play when the mean school principal, Principal Betcher, played by Greg Germann who is probably best known for his womanizing role in the 1997 TV series Ally McBeal, announces he has to cut from the school budget the entire music program. This is why I felt Here Comes the Boom has that Disney style look and feel theme, but with a lot more "oomph" to appeal to a mature audience. The film contains a romantic theme, with some great music similar to GLEE productions dispersed throughout the film, an underdog hero, namely despondent Biology school teacher Scott Voss, who uncharacteristically steps up in defense of the music teacher who is about to lose his job. The music teacher, Marty Streb, played to perfection by Henry Winkler, adds some comic relief as the victim in the film and he agrees to support Scott Voss as his corner man in the Octagon.

Scott announces that he will attempt to raise the $48,000.00 needed to save the music program, and Marty Streb's job. Unfortunately for Scott he does not have a game plan as to how he will actually raise the needed funding to save the school's music program, and more importantly, Marty Streb's job. Scott then realizes that the lovely Bella is impressed with his willingness to TRY, so Scott figures out with the assistance of one of his night school students, a retired mixed martial experts fighter named Niko, played exceptionally well by former MMA fighter Bas Rutten, that he could possibly WIN the money through MMA prize fights just by losing a bunch of fights in the Octagon.

Again, in true Disney style, (although this is not a Disney production), the comedy that ensues is priceless. I must say I did a lot of belly laughing throughout the film. There are far too many good and truly funny scenes in this film, to point out. I gave it an 8 out of 10 rating, and I would be very surprised if Kevin James does not make a sequel with the same cast. This is well worth a watch for all ages.